Cost Accounting Manager: Inventory & Cost Optimization

Cryoport Systems; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Cryoport Systems is seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager in Irvine, CA to strengthen cost visibility and financial controls across inventory, cost of sales, and fixed assets.

You will lead cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain, driving cost reductions, accurate monthly closes, and robust reporting to support strategic decision-making and profitable growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5–7 years costing and accounting experience.
• Strong communication and deadline-driven.
• Willingness to work in operations areas.

Responsibilities

• Own and improve cost accounting processes for inventory and COGS.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/yearly close entries and reconciliations.
• Analyze actual vs standard costs and budgets; explain variances.
• Maintain inventory reserves and adjustments.
• Coordinate with Procurement and AP for accruals.
• Develop reports and dashboards to support cost decisions.
• Support audits including SOX.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance

5-7 years costing and general accounting experience

Job description

Cryoport Systems is seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager in Irvine, CA to strengthen cost visibility and financial controls across inventory, cost of sales, and fixed assets.

You will lead cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain, driving cost reductions, accurate monthly closes, and robust reporting to support strategic decision-making and profitable growth.