Senior Manager, Cost Accounting - Manufacturing

Lead Cost Accounting for a Growing Public Company | High Visibility | Leadership Opportunity | Strong Benefits & 401(k) Match!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sierra JohnsonAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per yearA bit about us:We are a publicly traded, manufacturing organization committed to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality products to customers around the world. As we continue to grow, we're investing in both our people and our processes. We offer a collaborative environment where finance is viewed as a strategic business partner, giving our team the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, operations, supply chain, and manufacturing to influence key business decisions.If you're looking for more than just another accounting leadership role, you'll find the opportunity to lead, drive meaningful change, and build a long-term career with a company that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth.Why join us?High visibility role partnering with executive leadershipOwn critical cost accounting, inventory, and SOX compliance initiativesStrong opportunities for career growth and professional developmentCompetitive compensation and annual bonus opportunityComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits + generous 401(k) with company matchJob DetailsWe're seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our finance leadership team in a highly visible onsite role supporting a publicly traded manufacturing organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and has experience supporting public company reporting, SOX compliance, and cost accounting initiatives.What You'll Do:

• Lead all aspects of cost accounting, including standard costing, activity-based costing, and product cost analysis.
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances while identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Oversee inventory accounting, including raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods valuation.
• Manage cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory controls to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting while ensuring compliance with GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX controls.
• Partner with internal and external auditors during financial and compliance audits.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning related to manufacturing operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supply Chain to improve profitability and operational performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three cost accounting professionals.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive cost accounting experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Prior experience working for a publicly traded company.
• Must have hands-on SOX compliance experience is required.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, variance analysis, and manufacturing finance.
• Experience supporting SEC reporting and financial audits.
• Knowledge of GAAP; IFRS experience is a plus.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with financial reporting platforms such as Hyperion or OneStream is highly preferred.

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