Cost Accounting Manager

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

• 15% bonus target, paid in full in 2025
• 40 hours/week most weeks, a bit more during close possibly
• Family friendly/employee friendly/profitable/stable company
• The CFO will be a great boss
• 4% 401k
• 3 weeks pto to start
• Work from home Mon/Fri after onboarding

Seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to provide analytical, financial & systems management. Consideration will be given to candidates who have at least 5-7 years of cost experience in the manufacturing sector.

The Cost Accounting Manager plays a critical role as a member of the Finance Team ensuring accurate and timely financial data, cost effectiveness and process efficiency.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Validate inventory costing and flow of goods through financial system; ensuring accuracy and strong internal controls.
• Management of inventory sub-system, including daily production of finished goods, raw materials, and coordination of physical inventory.
• Manage month‑end close process, including reconciliation of subsidiary ledgers, journal entries and cost of goods sold analytics.
• Assist with monthly financial statements & schedules.
• Manage accounting, accounts receivable and accounts payable, including staff supervision and development.
• Evaluate and continually enhance accounting systems, policies and procedures to ensure best practices.
• Assist with audit preparations and engagements to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

• Relevant undergraduate degree in business, finance or accounting required. CPA designation is a plus, not required.
• 5 years of hands‑on experience in finance or accounting, including:
  • cost accounting
  • general ledger
  • preparation of monthly financial statements and analysis
  • in‑depth understanding of accounting cycle transaction flow
  • Financial system experience required
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills; written and oral
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel