Director of Cost Accounting

Jobot; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Leadership exposure

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Director of Cost Accounting to lead global cost accounting across multiple manufacturing sites, optimize the cost framework within the ERP system, and drive standard costing and margin optimization.

You will partner with operations and supply chain, deliver executive insights, mentor a high-performing team, and help shape strategic decisions in a fast-growing, globally expanding company based in Dallas, onsite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred; CPA/CMA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive cost accounting leadership experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of global cost accounting and inventory valuation across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Own and optimize the cost accounting framework within the ERP system, ensuring accurate inventory transactions and cost structures.
• Lead the development and governance of standard costing methodologies and cost control systems.
• Direct cost analysis including margin analysis, variance investigations, and operational constraint reviews.
• Deliver executive-level financial insights and recommendations to support pricing strategies, operational performance, and capital investments.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in standard cost roll processes and inventory reconciliations across sites.
• Oversee capital expenditure accounting and fixed asset management.
• Manage inventory reserve analysis, including excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
• Partner with operations teams on physical inventory processes and system improvements.
• Lead finance process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting, automation, and analytical capabilities.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing cost accounting team.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP compliance

Variance analysis

Inventory accounting

Advanced Excel

ERP systems (Oracle)

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or advanced degree preferred

CPA or CMA strongly preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Director of Cost Accounting

Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a rapidly growing global manufacturing company that specializes in extending the lifecycle of critical products used in automotive, industrial, and energy infrastructure markets. With operations across North America and Europe, the organization has built a strong reputation for operational excellence, engineering innovation, and sustainable manufacturing practices. Backed by private equity and experiencing significant global expansion, the company is investing heavily in its finance and operational infrastructure to support continued growth. This Director of Cost Accounting role represents a unique opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership position where you will help shape the company’s global cost accounting strategy, strengthen financial controls, and provide key insights that influence operational and strategic decisions. As a key member of the finance leadership team, this individual will partner closely with executive leadership, operations, and supply chain teams to improve cost visibility, drive margin optimization, and enhance decision-making across multiple manufacturing sites. This role also offers the opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing cost accounting team while driving process improvements and systems optimization in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Location: Dallas, TX (Onsite)

Travel: Approximately 25%

Why join us

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Leadership exposure within a global organization undergoing significant growth
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of global cost accounting and inventory valuation across multiple manufacturing locations
• Own and optimize the cost accounting framework within the ERP system, ensuring accurate inventory transactions and cost structures
• Lead the development and governance of standard costing methodologies and cost control systems
• Direct cost analysis including margin analysis, variance investigations, and operational constraint reviews
• Deliver executive-level financial insights and recommendations to support pricing strategies, operational performance, and capital investments
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in standard cost roll processes and inventory reconciliations across sites
• Oversee capital expenditure accounting and fixed asset management
• Manage inventory reserve analysis, including excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory
• Partner with operations teams on physical inventory processes and system improvements
• Lead finance process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting, automation, and analytical capabilities
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing cost accounting team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• CPA or CMA strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in cost accounting, including leadership responsibilities
• Experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Deep expertise in standard costing, variance analysis, inventory accounting, and GAAP compliance
• Experience working with ERP systems (Oracle or similar platforms strongly preferred)
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and problem-solving ability
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior leadership
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.