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Cost Accounting Manager

Vaco
$120,000.00 - $135,000.00 / yr
United States, California, Carlsbad
Mar 04, 2025
Job Overview An outstanding opportunity for a skilled Cost Accounting professional looking to take the next step in their career with a well-respected and growing firm. This role will involve managing and analyzing the financial aspects of manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate product costing, inventory management, and financial reporting. Your contributions will be crucial in driving cost efficiencies, optimizing pricing strategies, and supporting the company's growth and profitability. Responsibilities Manage and optimize the Cost Accounting process Establish and maintain standard costs for manufactured products Analyze cost variances (material, labor, overhead) and recommend cost-saving strategies Oversee inventory valuation and ensure accurate reporting of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods Conduct regular cycle counts and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and financial records Account for scrap, rework, and obsolete inventory Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports for management Guide the Senior Accountant in Cost Accounting functions to maintain processes Manage monthly and quarterly close processes Provide audit support as needed Potential for transition into the Accounting Manager role, if desired Assist with budgeting and forecasting related to manufacturing costs Perform other duties as assigned Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of experience in a cost accounting role Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA preferred Proficiency in cost accounting modules within ERP systems, preferably Microsoft AX Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential Strong knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and demonstrate strong personal accountability Familiarity with the general ledger accounts supporting financial statements Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.