Cost Accounting Manager

We are recruiting a Cost Accounting Manager for a growing manufacturing organization in the Raleigh area. In this role, you will lead cost accounting, inventory accounting, and operational finance activities. This role will partner closely with manufacturing and finance leadership to provide accurate product costing, inventory valuation, margin analysis, and financial insights that support operational performance and strategic decision-making. Responsibilities Lead all aspects of cost accounting, including product costing, inventory valuation, standard costing, and manufacturing variance analysis. Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for operational improvement. Develop and maintain cost accounting methodologies, reporting tools, and financial models that support business decision-making. Partner with manufacturing and operations leadership to improve cost visibility, operational efficiency, and profitability. Monitor inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliations, and ongoing review of inventory-related controls and processes. Review and analyze inventory reserves, excess and obsolete inventory, and other key inventory-related accounting estimates. Support monthly close activities, including inventory accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting requirements. Lead, mentor, and develop cost accounting staff while fostering accountability and continuous improvement. Support internal and external audit activities, process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and other special projects. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 7+ years of progressive cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, variance analysis, and manufacturing finance concepts.Experience leading or developing accounting professionals and partnering cross‑functionally with manufacturing and operations teams. Compensation and Benefits Salary range is disclosed in compliance with local law. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC(d/b/aVaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr