Cost Accounting Manager

Cost Accounting Manager (99% Remote)

Location:

Remote (Monthly onsite required in Winona, MN)

Compensation:
Competitive + 10–15% Bonus

• Remote flexibility with limited onsite requirements (primarily during month-end)
• High visibility with leadership and cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to modernize and improve a highly manual cost accounting function
• Hands-on role with ownership of core accounting and operational processes
• Exposure to ERP systems and process optimization initiatives
• Stable, growing manufacturing company with long-term investment in operations
• Ability to influence reporting, controls, and automation efforts

• Lead cost accounting processes including inventory, WIP, and product costing
• Own key components of the month-end close, especially early close activities
• Analyze variances and translate findings into actionable insights
• Partner with operations to ensure accurate and timely financial data
• Enhance ERP data and reporting (Navision/AS400 preferred)
• Identify and implement process improvements across accounting workflows

• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing or distribution
• Strong understanding of inventory, WIP, and cost structures
• Experience with ERP systems;
  Navision or AS400 preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred