Strategic Cost Accounting Lead - Budget, Variance & Controls

ClinLab Solutions Group; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ClinLab Solutions Group is seeking a Cost Accounting Lead to drive the cost accounting function, building analysis frameworks, reporting structures, and controls for leadership insight into cost performance. This hands-on role owns budgeting, forecasting, inventory valuation integrity, and variance analysis that turns data into actionable decisions.

You’ll redesign processes and tools to close gaps, partner with operations and finance, and ensure audit-ready compliance with US GAAP and internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance (required).
• 5+ years of progressive cost accounting experience.
• Experience owning cost processes end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Build and refine cost analysis methodologies for direct and indirect spend.
• Own cost reporting and variance analysis outputs for decision-makers.
• Audit cost structures, data pipelines, and reporting practices; redesigns as needed.
• Produce cost-related financial reports for budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
• Own the annual budget and cost forecast cycle, and viability assessments for new projects.
• Manage the annual standard cost revision cycle and intercompany checks.
• Safeguard inventory accuracy and COGM through valuation methods and drivers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen cost controls and purchasing.
• Maintain compliance with US GAAP and internal policies; stay audit-ready.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Standard costing

Inventory accounting

Cycle count reporting

US GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree and CMA (strong plus)

Job description

ClinLab Solutions Group is seeking a Cost Accounting Lead to drive the cost accounting function, building analysis frameworks, reporting structures, and controls for leadership insight into cost performance. This hands-on role owns budgeting, forecasting, inventory valuation integrity, and variance analysis that turns data into actionable decisions.

You’ll redesign processes and tools to close gaps, partner with operations and finance, and ensure audit-ready compliance with US GAAP and internal