Cost Accounting Manager

Description

My team and I are recruiting for a fast‑growing, highly dynamic client seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead the development and transformation of their cost accounting infrastructure. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact leadership role where you'll partner across Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and Leadership teams to build scalable processes, enhance cost visibility, and drive profitability across the organization.

You'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, implement modern cost methodologies, and design systems that support a company experiencing rapid expansion.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead the strategy, design, and execution of cost accounting processes and reporting.

+ Build and maintain accurate cost models, standard costing methodologies, and variance analysis frameworks.

+ Partner cross‑functionally to improve operational efficiency, margin insights, and cost transparency.

+ Oversee inventory costing, production analytics, and cost allocations across multiple sites or business units.

+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process automation, and SOP development.

+ Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and audit requirements.

+ Provide high‑impact reporting and actionable insights to leadership to support data‑driven decisions.

Requirements

Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA strongly preferred.

+ Minimum 8 years of progressive cost accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.

+ SAP experience

+ Proven track record of building or transforming cost accounting systems and processes.

+ Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

+ Background in manufacturing or production environments is highly desirable.

Why This Role Is Exceptional

+ Join a high‑growth, high‑energy company where your work will have a direct impact on strategy and profitability.

+ Unique opportunity to build cost accounting infrastructure from the ground up.

+ Collaborate with innovative leaders who value expertise, new ideas, and continuous improvement.

+ A culture that embraces innovation, encourages ownership, and rewards forward‑thinking talent.

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