Manager, Cost Accounting

CMI (Central Moloney); Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life insurance

401k

Vacation Pay

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Manager of Cost Accounting to oversee operations and lead ERP transitions. This role is pivotal in improving cost accounting processes and management of fixed assets. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, CMA designation, and 5+ years of experience in a similar role. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential for fostering team development and achieving organizational goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive cost accounting experience, with leadership responsibilities.
• Experience in ERP transitions or systems implementation is desired.
• Proven ability to thrive under strong leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and enhance cost accounting processes, ensuring accuracy.
• Manage fixed assets and ensure compliance with capitalization policies.
• Lead the phased implementation of Infor SyteLine CSI as part of ERP transition.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CMA designation preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Infor SyteLine

Job description

Work Location: On site - Applicant can be located in either Florida or Arkansas

The Manager of Cost Accounting will oversee cost accounting operations across North America. This role is pivotal in strengthening cost accounting processes, supporting the company's ERP transition, managing fixed assets, and fostering team development. The ideal candidate will have a balance of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a desire to grow alongside the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Cost Accounting team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment
• Build strong relationships across finance, production, operations, supply chain and engineering to ensure alignment with company goals
• Cost Accounting Operations and Supply Chain
• Oversee and enhance cost accounting processes, including month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Partner with operational leaders to analyze and improve manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, and profitability
• Partner with Supply Chain leaders to ensure accurate supply chain costs are being tracked, recorded and analyzed to assist our supply chain leaders to manage to the most efficient supply chain possible. Implement Total Delivered Cost (TDC) concepts to lower all costs in the supply chain
• Document and standardize cost accounting practices for consistency and efficiency
• Fixed Asset Management
• Manage the accurate recording, depreciation, and reporting of fixed assets
• Ensure compliance with capitalization policies and coordinate with operations on asset tracking and utilization
• Work with FP&A to perform postmortem performance review on major capital projects
• ERP Implementation and System Transition
• Play a key role in the phased implementation of Infor SyteLine CSI, providing expertise to address challenges such as incomplete bills of materials and routings
• Ensure that cost accounting processes are successfully integrated into the new system
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Lead company-wide initiatives such as the physical inventory process, working with diverse teams to ensure accuracy and operational success
• Act as a key partner to operational and supply chain teams to support decision-making with actionable insights
• Strategic Contributions
• Develop forward-looking cost strategies to support company growth and profitability
• Proactively identify areas for improvement and innovation in cost accounting practices
• Variance Analysis and Reporting
• Investigate and report on variances between actual and standard costs, providing insights and recommendations to leadership
• Create detailed operational cost reports to aid production and supply chain teams in decision-making
• Internal Controls and Compliance
• Establish internal controls related to cost accounting and fixed asset processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and external regulations

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting
• CMA designation preferred
• 5+ years of progressive cost accounting experience, with leadership responsibilities. Industrial manufacturing is preferred
• Proven ability to thrive under strong leadership and contribute to high-performing teams
• Experience in ERP transitions or systems implementation (Infor SyteLine preferred)
• Strong analytical and interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Life, 401k, Vacation Pay

This job is considered safety-sensitive because impairment by drugs or alcohol may constitute a threat to health or safety, and/or a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death.

Central Moloney is a tobacco-free facility. The use of tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigarettes/vapes) is not permitted on company property.

Central Moloney is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to creating a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all, and we believe that a variety of experiences and perspectives strengthens our team.

Recruitment Policy: No Third-Party Involvement. We value the interest of all job seekers; however, we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies, staffing firms, or third-party recruiters. Any resumes submitted in the absence of a signed agreement with Central Moloney will be considered the property of CMI. Central Moloney will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.