Cost Accounting Manager

Responsibilities

• Own inventory and cost accounting activities for the Stores Group, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Support monthly and quarterly close by preparing and reviewing cost-related journal entries, inventory reserves, reconciliations, and flux analysis.
• Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead) and partner with operations to identify root causes and improvement opportunities.
• Manage and maintain standard cost data, supporting leading the annual standard cost-setting process, including material pricing, labor, and overhead cost pools.
• Lead Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory analysis and reserve calculations, driving enhanced visibility into inventory risk and aging.
• Partner with supply chain, operations, and manufacturing teams to improve inventory accuracy, cost transparency, and process efficiency.
• Support lead physical inventory counts and cycle counts, ensuring compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements.
• Develop and enhance cost and inventory reporting, dashboards, and analytics to support operational and financial decision-making.
• Serve as a primary finance contact for cost accounting and inventory topics for internal stakeholders and auditors.
• Liaison with external auditors and internal auditors to perform inventory controls and provide appropriate audit evidence.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls, streamline close activities, and improve data quality.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA, CMA, or CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in cost accounting, inventory accounting, or manufacturing finance, preferably in a complex or global environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory concepts under U.S. GAAP, including standard costing and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting physical inventory counts, E&O reserves, and SOX-compliant controls.
• Advanced Excel skills (analysis, modeling, complex formulas) and experience working with ERP systems;
  Oracle experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate detailed cost data into clear insights.
• A hands‑on, “roll‑up‑your‑sleeves” approach with the ability to partner effectively across finance and operations.

Demonstrates expertise in cost accounting and inventory management, with a strong focus on U.S. GAAP compliance, variance analysis, and process improvement. Proficient in advanced Excel and ERP systems, particularly Oracle, to enhance financial reporting and operational decision‑making.