Manager, Cost Accounting

Lead cost accounting functions including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation. Analyze manufacturing performance by comparing actual costs to standards and identify drivers of variances. Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and engineering to ensure accurate costing, inventory control, and margin management. Provide strategic insights through in-depth financial and operational analysis to drive profitability and cost control. Own and manage the month-end close process for cost and inventory accounting. Develop, document, and continuously improve cost accounting procedures and internal controls. Lead annual standard cost roll and support budgeting and forecasting efforts related to cost of goods sold (COGS). Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts to ensure accurate reporting. Act as a key business partner to leadership, bringing a hands-on and solution-oriented approach to complex challenges.