Head of Accounting (Remote)

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Role Overview The Cost Accounting Manager will lead Cymbiotika’s cost accounting and inventory accounting functions, ensuring accurate inventory valuation, product cost analysis, and operational reporting. This role will directly manage the Inventory Accounting Specialist and serve as a key partner to Supply Chain, Operations, and FP&A.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a process improvement mindset suited for a high-growth environment.
Key Responsibilities Cost Accounting & Inventory Management Lead all aspects of cost accounting, including average costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation
Manage monthly close activities related to inventory, COGS, and manufacturing costs
Ensure accurate tracking of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods across 3PLs and internal systems
Oversee inventory reconciliations, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes
Analyze and report on inventory reserves, obsolescence, and shrinkage
Manage, mentor, and develop the Inventory Accounting Specialist
Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations
Financial Analysis & Reporting Develop detailed product-level profitability and margin analysis
Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning
Operations & Supply Chain Partnership Collaborate with Supply Chain and Procurement to improve cost visibility and control
Evaluate contract manufacturing, co-packing, and supplier cost structures
Assist in freight and logistics cost analysis and optimization
Systems & Process Improvement Enhance NetSuite cost accounting functionality and reporting
Drive process improvements to increase automation, accuracy, and scalability
Implement best practices for inventory controls and cost accounting procedures
Compliance & Audit Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
Support external audits, including inventory and cost-related inquiries
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
6-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including cost accounting
Strong experience with inventory accounting in a product-based or CPG company
Deep understanding of standard costing and inventory controls
Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
Experience in supplements, food & beverage, or consumer packaged goods (CPG)
Experience working with 3PLs and multi-location inventory environments
Familiarity with manufacturing or contract manufacturing environments
Ability to translate complex data into clear business insights
Work Location & Schedule This position follows an enforced hybrid schedule, requiring team members to be present in our San Diego, California office at least four days per week (Monday-Thursday). Fridays are available for remote work. Physical Requirements This role primarily involves office-based work and requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move items up to 20-30 pounds, such as files or office supplies. Employees should be able to sit or stand for extended periods and perform frequent computer-based tasks, including prolonged exposure to a computer screen.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer-paid plan options, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and PTO, flexible work-from-home Fridays, wellness and fitness perks, employee product discounts, catered team lunches, team-building events, and additional lifestyle benefits!

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