Cost Accounting Manager

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Austin, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Analysis Skills, Architectural Engineering, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Channel Strategies, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Reporting, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Inventory Costs, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Cost, Mentoring, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, Oracle, Organizational Skills, Physical Inventory, Pricing, Product Costing, Production Costing, Profit & Loss Forecasting, Profit & Loss Management, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Standard Costing, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Variance Analysis

LOCATION

Austin, TX

POSTED

2 days ago

Job Description

Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS) is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to work with a top company in the Austin, TX area. This company is highly reputable with several awards for growth, equality, and safety.

This is a full-time, long-term position with growth opportunities.
1st shift position: Monday and Friday 8am-5pm onsite.

This Cost Accounting Manager oversees the organization’s cost accounting systems, inventory valuation, manufacturing accounting, and financial analysis related to production costs. This role ensures accurate cost reporting, supports budgeting and forecasting, improves profitability, and helps management make informed operational decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of cost accounting operations, including:
- Standard costing
- Product costing
- Inventory accounting
- Variance analysis
- Manufacturing cost analysis
Prepare and review:
- Monthly cost reports
- Inventory reconciliations
- Journal entries
- Financial statements related to inventory and production
Analyze manufacturing variances and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain and improve cost accounting systems, processes, and internal controls.
Partner with operations, supply chain, and production teams to:
- Monitor labor and material costs
- Improve efficiency
- Reduce waste
- Support pricing decisions
Lead month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory and cost accounting.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.
Ensure compliance with:
- GAAP
- Company policies
- Audit requirements
Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts.
Assist with ERP system implementations or upgrades.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or cost accounting
Strong knowledge of:
- Standard costing
- Inventory accounting
- GAAP
- Financial analysis
Experience with ERP systems such as:
- SAP ERP
- Oracle NetSuite
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
Advanced proficiency in:
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial reporting tools
Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

About Integrated Talent Strategies (ITS):

ITS is an international recruiting and staffing firm specializing in Engineering, Technical and Professional positions. Founded in 1984 as a subsidiary of an engineering firm, ITS continues to remain a strategic partner for the job seeker.
Our clients include some of the largest and most respected architectural, engineering, and manufacturing companies in business today. Our ability to offer a wide range of services, and the flexibility to adjust to the changing needs of our clients, has allowed us to maintain a solid reputation for several decades.

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