Cost Accounting Manager

Synergy Search; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to manage cost accounting processes and enhance financial operations within a PE-backed organization. The ideal candidate will hold a BA in Accounting or Finance with CPA or CMA credentials, and possess over 5 years' experience in cost accounting. Role responsibilities include overseeing job costing, revenue recognition, and financial analysis. The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $150,000 depending on skills and experience, and includes benefits such as medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with a focus on cost accounting.
• Hands-on experience with Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting.
• Experience in a PE-backed or high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage cost accounting processes including job costing.
• Oversee Percentage of Completion accounting for long-term projects.
• Partner with operations to improve budgeting and profitability analysis.

Skills

Cost accounting expertise

Strong communication skills

Variance analysis

Revenue recognition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Synergy Search is partnering with a PE‑backed organization seeking to hire a strong Cost Accounting Manager. This role will be instrumental in strengthening cost controls, supporting scalable financial operations, and partnering closely with leadership as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage cost accounting processes, including job costing, variance analysis, and margin reporting
• Oversee and apply Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting for long‑term projects
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost allocation in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain and enhance cost structures, standard costing, and inventory valuation
• Partner with operations and project teams to improve forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis
• Prepare and review monthly close entries related to costs, WIP, and revenue recognition
• Support audits, PE reporting requirements, and internal controls
• Leverage NetSuite to optimize cost accounting workflows, reporting, and system integrity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA strongly preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with a strong focus on cost accounting
• Hands‑on experience with Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting
• Strong working knowledge of NetSuite (implementation or optimization experience is a plus)
• Experience in a PE‑backed or high‑growth environment preferred
• Strong communicator who can work cross‑functionally with finance and operations

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

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• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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