Head of Manufacturing Accounting

Full time | Symbiotic Services | United States

Job Information Manufacturing

Work Experience 5+ years

Job Description Cost Accounting Manager

Bonus: 10% Annual Performance Bonus

This organization has built a strong reputation within its industry through a commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

Symbiotic Services is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to lead all cost accounting functions supporting manufacturing operations. This individual will be responsible for product costing, inventory valuation, standard cost development, variance analysis, and financial reporting related to production activities.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong manufacturing accounting background and the ability to partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance leadership to drive cost visibility, improve profitability, and support strategic decision-making.

Manage all cost accounting activities for manufacturing operations.

Develop, maintain, and analyze standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.

Oversee inventory accounting, inventory reserves, and inventory valuation processes.

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities related to cost accounting.

Partner with Operations leadership to analyze production costs, labor utilization, scrap, yield, and efficiency metrics.

Review and maintain Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and cost structures.

Prepare financial analysis and management reports related to manufacturing performance.

Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.

Support external and internal audit requirements.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

5+ years of progressive cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

Experience managing standard costing systems and inventory accounting.

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory controls, and financial analysis.

Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.

Ability to translate financial data into actionable operational insights.

CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.

Experience within furniture, consumer products, industrial manufacturing, or other discrete manufacturing environments.

Experience leading process improvement initiatives.

Accurate and timely monthly cost accounting close.

Improved visibility into manufacturing costs and operational performance.

Effective inventory controls and valuation processes.

Strong partnerships with plant and operational leadership.

10% Annual Performance Bonus

Opportunity to join a growing manufacturing organization focused on quality, innovation, and operational excellence.

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