Manager of Cost Accounting

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Manager of Cost Accounting is responsible for leading the Company's cost accounting functions by providing accurate financial reporting, cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and operational performance metrics. This position supports executive leadership by analyzing financial results, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency, and ensuring the integrity of financial data.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or corporate finance required
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience preferred

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Thorough understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal financial controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information and provide meaningful business recommendations.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing costs, inventory, labor, overhead, and operational performance metrics.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, financial reporting software, and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to present financial information to executive leadership and operational management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, develop, and manage accounting personnel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Company's cost accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information used for operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop, analyze, and report product costs, manufacturing variances, inventory valuations, labor and overhead costs, and other key financial performance metrics.
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and operational analyses while monitoring performance against established goals and recommending corrective actions.
• Analyze financial results, identify trends and opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, and provide recommendations to executive leadership.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, Purchasing, Sales, and plant management to support financial planning, capital investment decisions, pricing strategies, and profitability initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial models, management reports, key performance indicators, and dashboards to support business planning and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal control procedures while supporting internal and external audit activities.
• Supervise assigned accounting and finance personnel by providing leadership, training, performance management, and professional development opportunities.
• Support strategic initiatives, special projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement efforts that enhance financial reporting and business performance.

Benefits 

Excellent benefits include medical with a standard PPO plan with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750; free concierge primary care; voluntary 401k plan currently matching up to 12%; voluntary dental and vision plans; free telemedicine services; basic life, long and short term disability coverage.

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