Cost Accounting Manager — Flexible Schedule & Growth

LeoForce; Rockfield (WI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus

Excellent benefits package

Flexible work schedules

Accelerated career growth

Job summary

LeoForce in Rockfield, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead our cost accounting function within a dynamic engineering environment. This permanent role focuses on developing and implementing effective cost accounting systems and procedures to enhance financial performance.

You will supervise a team of cost accountants, drive standard costs, perform variance analyses, manage month-end close, and collaborate with other departments to align on cost reductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in cost accounting with managerial responsibility, preferably in engineering.
• Extensive knowledge of cost accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficiency with cost accounting software, databases, and systems.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the operations of the cost accounting department including the design and maintenance of the cost accounting system and related procedures.
• Develop and implement cost standards for materials and labor.
• Prepare and present cost reports, including forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses.
• Coordinate with other departments to establish standard costs and update them as necessary.
• Analyze and recommend costs and cost savings.
• Conduct physical inventories and monitor the cycle count program.
• Review and analyze inventory and margin reports, conduct research, and perform analytical studies in regards to cost analyses and profitability.
• Ensure timely and accurate inventory and cost of goods sold accounting.
• Support and assist internal department reporting requirements such as audit schedules, tax schedules, and others.
• Manage month-end close of the General Ledger with respect to inventory and cost of goods sold.
• Supervise and mentor a team of cost accountants.

Skills

Cost accounting

Managerial experience

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CMA

CPA

Tools

Cost accounting software

Databases

ERP systems

Job description

LeoForce in Rockfield, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead our cost accounting function within a dynamic engineering environment. This permanent role focuses on developing and implementing effective cost accounting systems and procedures to enhance financial performance.

You will supervise a team of cost accountants, drive standard costs, perform variance analyses, manage month-end close, and collaborate with other departments to align on cost reductions.