Sr. Manager, Cost Accounting (28763)

Super Micro Computer Spain, S.L.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Super Micro Computer in San Jose, California is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager with a strong background in manufacturing costing, inventory valuation, and financial reporting. You will design and maintain cost accounting systems, allocate costs, and deliver margins and profitability insights to leadership.

This role partners with production, procurement, and engineering, leads a cost accounting team, and contributes to budgeting, forecasting, and pricing strategies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required or strongly preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in cost accounting, including inventory management, preferably in manufacturing.
• Professional certifications such as CMA or CPA are highly desirable.
• Experience leading a cost accounting team and partnering with cross-functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Cost Accounting Management: develop and maintain cost systems and procedures for accurate product costing and service costing.
• Financial Analysis: prepare cost reports, margins, cost trends, and profitability analyses for management.
• Inventory Control: conduct audits and updates to maintain accurate inventory valuation.
• Collaboration: work with production, procurement, and engineering to manage manufacturing and procurement costs.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: contribute to budgeting, cost projections, and pricing strategy development.
• Compliance: ensure regulatory compliance and support audits.
• Team Leadership: manage and mentor cost accounting staff and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Inventory control

Budgeting

Compliance

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Company: Super Micro Computer

Location: San Jose, California, United States

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Why This Role Matters

• Be a Cost Accounting Expert: You'll be the authority on cost accounting, ensuring accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and insightful analysis to drive profitability.
• Influence Strategic Decisions: Your analysis and reporting will directly impact key decisions related to pricing, production, and investment in new technologies.
• Contribute to Global Growth: Play a key role in supporting Supermicro's rapid expansion and help optimize costs in a dynamic, international manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Cost Accounting Management: Develop, implement, and maintain cost accounting systems and procedures to ensure accurate cost allocation for products and services.
• Financial Analysis: Prepare and analyze cost reports, including margins, cost trends, and profitability analyses, providing valuable insights for management.
• Inventory Control: Coordinate and conduct inventory audits and standard cost updates to maintain accurate inventory valuation and control.
• Collaboration: Partner with production, procurement, and engineering teams to understand and manage manufacturing and procurement costs.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Contribute to the budgeting process by providing cost projections and assisting in the development of pricing strategies.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and standards, and assist with audits.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor cost accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. Professional certifications such as CMA or CPA are highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience is required, including a mix of Big 4 public accounting (preferred) and multinational corporate accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role. Experience in cost accounting, especially in inventory management, within a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in cost accounting principles, financial reporting, and experience with accounting software and SAP systems. Hands-on Excel skills and data analysis capabilities are essential.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and critical thinking abilities, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Leadership Abilities: Proven experience in leading and developing a team, with strong organizational and time-management skills

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.
• Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly influence the financial health and success of a leading technology company.
• Growth Potential: Supermicro is committed to investing in its employees and providing opportunities for career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: You'll be part of a talented and supportive team that values innovation and collaboration.

Salary Range

$170,000 - $182,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.