Strategic Cost Accounting Manager — Inventory & COGS

Gellert Global Group; Pioneer Homes (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial rewards

Professional growth

Work-life balance

Culture & connection

Job summary

Gellert Global Group in New Jersey is seeking a highly motivated Cost Accounting Manager who will own the financial integrity of inventory and COGS. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, you will oversee costing, landed costs, and monthly close for inventory across the business.

The role requires 5+ years in cost accounting with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity, deep knowledge of US GAAP, ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred), and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• 5+ years of cost accounting with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Experience with inventory management and COGS.
• ERP system experience, preferably Infor M3.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close for inventory and COGS, including journal entries.
• Ensure accurate inventory costing including landed cost and variances.
• Monitor inventory movements and write-offs and apply proper accounting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners on reporting.
• Execute PO closures and drive corrective actions.
• Strengthen internal controls and improve costing processes.
• Identify and implement cost maintenance improvements and automation.
• Reconcile inventory accounts to the general ledger.
• Analyze gross margin for accuracy.
• Support audits and prepare schedules.

Skills

Cost accounting

US GAAP

Excel

ERP systems

Data analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Infor M3 ERP

Job description

Gellert Global Group in New Jersey is seeking a highly motivated Cost Accounting Manager who will own the financial integrity of inventory and COGS. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, you will oversee costing, landed costs, and monthly close for inventory across the business.

The role requires 5+ years in cost accounting with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity, deep knowledge of US GAAP, ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred), and advanced Excel skills.