Cost Accounting Manager

Cost Accounting Manager

Salary: $95-120K (DOE) + discretionary bonus

Location: Nashville, TN

Our client, a fast-growing organization, is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to join their Accounting & Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cost accountant looking to step into a leadership-level role without direct reports while gaining visibility across operations, manufacturing, and executive leadership.

What we like about this Cost Accounting Manager role

• The Management Team, well known to us. High performers are given the autonomy, support, and resources needed to succeed.

  
  
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• The Exposure! This role works cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Executive Leadership.

  
  
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• High-growth organization with significant investment in systems, processes, and operational excellence.

  
  
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• Direct exposure to the Controller, CFO, and senior leadership team, providing excellent visibility and long-term career growth opportunities.

  
  
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• Opportunity to own the costing function and make an immediate impact through analysis, reporting, and process improvements.

  
  
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• Sizable organization that offers exposure to complex inventory environments and multi-site operations.

  
  
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• Excellent business exposure, allowing you to partner with operational leaders and influence key business decisions.

  
  
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• Natural progression opportunities into Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Operational Finance, or Accounting Leadership roles.

  
  
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  The Cost Accounting Manager role at a glance

  
  
  

• The Cost Accounting Manager will own inventory costing processes and ensure the accuracy of inventory valuation across the organization.

  
  
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• Lead month-end close activities related to inventory, cost accounting, and COGS reporting.

  
  
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• Analyze manufacturing and operational variances, providing actionable insights to leadership.

  
  
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• Prepare and distribute cost accounting and financial reporting packages to support business decision-making.

  
  
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• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to improve inventory controls and cost visibility.

  
  
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• Monitor inventory transactions, reserves, standard costs, and inventory reconciliations.

  
  
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• Drive detailed variance analysis related to labor, material, overhead, and production costs.

  
  
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• Identify and champion automation, efficiency, and process improvement opportunities throughout the accounting function.

  
  
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• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives related to inventory and operational costs.

  
  
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• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

  
  
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  Preferred qualifications of the Cost Accounting Manager

  
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

  
  
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• 5+ years of cost accounting experience within manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-intensive environments.

  
  
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• Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, and cost of goods sold reporting.

  
  
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• Experience managing month-end close responsibilities related to inventory and cost accounting.

  
  
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• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and manipulate large volumes of data.

  
  
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• Proven experience performing detailed variance analysis and delivering meaningful business insights.

  
  
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• ERP system experience required.

  
  
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• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

  
  
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• Process improvement mindset with a track record of enhancing efficiency and reporting accuracy.

  
  
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• No prior direct management experience required. Candidates looking to take the next step in their career are encouraged to apply.
  
  

  
  

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