Cost Accounting Manager - Manufacturing - Newark, CA

Cost Accounting Manager

Reporting into the Financial Controller, the Cost Accounting Manager will lead cost accounting activities and support operational decision making. This role will have ownership of standard costing, inventory valuation, margin analysis, and close partnership with manufacturing and supply chain leaders. Main duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Lead all cost accounting activities including standard cost development, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to understand cost drivers and improve margins
• Manage cost accounting close processes including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide clear explanations to senior finance and operational leadership
• Maintain bill of materials, routings, and labor standards within the ERP system
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting from a cost and margin perspective
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal control requirements
• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost visibility, controls, and efficiency
• Lead and develop junior accounting staff as the team grows.

This role is 100% on-site. Please do not apply if you are looking for a hybrid/remote opportunity. This is a high impact role offering strong visibility, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to improve processes within a complex operating environment.

The Successful Applicant

In return for a competitive remuneration package, the successful candidate will possess the following:

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of strong relevant experience in cost accounting principles and practices, particularly within the industrial and manufacturing industry
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and communicate financial information effectively
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

What's on Offer

• Base salary of between $150,000 and $160,000
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the accounting and finance department.
• Engaging work environment in the industrial and manufacturing industry.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
• On-site working location in Newark, NJ

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Cost Accounting Manager, we encourage you to apply today!

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Job Summary

Sector: Accounting

Sub Sector: Financial Accounting

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Location: Newark

Contract Type: Permanent

Consultant name: Tom Smith

Job Reference: JN-032026-6983082