Cost Accounting Manager

Staff Financial Group; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Generous vacation package

Job summary

A growing manufacturing organization seeks a Cost Accounting Manager to lead cost accounting functions, manage inventory valuation, and support financial decision-making. The role focuses on standard costing, analyzing manufacturing costs, and improving cost controls within a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, significant cost accounting experience, and knowledge of inventory management. This position offers a competitive salary up to $140,000 along with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a generous vacation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Strong cost accounting experience within manufacturing environments.
• Deep understanding of inventory management and bill of materials (BOM).
• Proven ability to analyze data and communicate financial insights.
• ERP system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost accounting processes including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain and improve bill of materials (BOM) accuracy and costing structures.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Oversee inventory valuation, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes.
• Partner with operations to identify cost savings and process improvements.
• Support month-end close, reporting, and audit requirements related to cost accounting.

Skills

Cost accounting experience

Data analysis

Financial communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Cost Accounting Manager

Who:

An established and growing manufacturing organization seeking a detail-oriented accounting leader with strong inventory and cost expertise.

What:

Lead all cost accounting functions including inventory valuation, bill of materials analysis, and standard costing to support operational and financial decision-making.

When:

Immediate need due to continued business growth and increased operational complexity.

Where:

Buford, GA with an on-site presence required.

Why:

To strengthen financial visibility and improve cost controls across manufacturing operations.

Office Environment:

Collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing setting with close interaction between finance and operations teams.

Salary:

Up to $140,000 base salary plus medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and generous vacation package.

Position Overview:

The Cost Accounting Manager will oversee all aspects of cost accounting, ensuring accurate product costing, inventory controls, and financial reporting while partnering closely with operations to drive efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage cost accounting processes including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory reconciliation
• Maintain and improve bill of materials (BOM) accuracy and costing structures
• Analyze manufacturing costs and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Oversee inventory valuation, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes
• Partner with operations to identify cost savings and process improvements
• Support month‑end close, reporting, and audit requirements related to cost accounting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Strong cost accounting experience within manufacturing environments
• Deep understanding of inventory management and bill of materials (BOM)
• Proven ability to analyze data and communicate financial insights
• ERP system experience preferred