Cost Accounting Manager Job at Robert Half (Austin)

Job Description

We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to support strategic manufacturing and sourcing decisions through detailed cost analysis and financial evaluation. This Long-term Contract position is based in Austin, TX, and will focus on assessing product and sub-assembly production costs, comparing in-house manufacturing against external supplier options, and delivering clear insights to business leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, analytical judgment, and the ability to work across operations, engineering, and sourcing teams.

Job Responsibility

Evaluate prioritized products and sub-assemblies to determine full production costs and identify potential savings by expense category when considering external sourcing alternatives
Build and maintain comparative cost analyses that incorporate internal manufacturing expenses, supplier pricing, labor, overhead, depreciation, inventory, and accounts payable impacts
Consolidate financial inputs into make-versus-buy models to support decision-making across sourcing, engineering, and operations functions
Present findings and recommendations to leadership, explaining key financial drivers and participating in discussions around manufacturing strategy
Review supplier quotations and validate cost assumptions used in financial analyses to ensure accuracy and consistency
Assist with post-decision audits of third-party supplier charges to confirm invoices align with approved quotations and contractual expectations
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to gather production, sourcing, and operational data needed for timely and reliable cost evaluations

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
Demonstrated experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or manufacturing accounting environments
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to develop detailed financial models and cost comparisons
Working knowledge of accounts payable processes, auditing practices, and expense analysis
Experience collaborating with operations, engineering, sourcing, and supplier partners
Familiarity with Oracle or comparable ERP systems used in accounting and operational reporting
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly
Ability to analyze quotations, supplier costs, and production-related financial metrics with a high level of accuracy

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401(k) plan

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