Cost Accounting Manager - Manufacturing - Newark, CA

Reporting into the Financial Controller, the Cost Accounting Manager will lead cost accounting activities and support operational decision making. This role will have ownership of standard costing, inventory valuation, margin analysis, and close partnership with manufacturing and supply chain leaders. Main duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Lead all cost accounting activities including standard cost development, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to understand cost drivers and improve margins
• Manage cost accounting close processes including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Analyze manufacturing variances and provide clear explanations to senior finance and operational leadership
• Maintain bill of materials, routings, and labor standards within the ERP system
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting from a cost and margin perspective
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal control requirements
• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost visibility, controls, and efficiency
• Lead and develop junior accounting staff as the team grows.

Please note that this role is 100% on-site. Please do not apply if you are looking for a hybrid/ remote opportunity.

This is a high impact role offering strong visibility, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to improve processes within a complex operating environment. Apply today for consideration within 48 hours by one of our consultants (not AI!)