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We are looking for a Cost Manager to lead inventory accounting and manufacturing cost oversight for a multi-site North American operation based in Parsippany, New Jersey. This position works closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership to strengthen inventory accuracy, improve cost visibility, and support sound business decisions. The role also contributes to financial planning, reporting, compliance, and team development across manufacturing locations.
Job Responsibility:
Direct inventory accounting activities across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring accurate treatment of raw materials, work in process, finished goods, and reserve balances
Oversee standard costing practices and evaluate cost movements by analyzing material, labor, overhead, and production-related variances
Monitor inventory valuation within enterprise systems and confirm alignment with company accounting policies and established financial controls
Lead cycle count and physical inventory programs, review discrepancies, and coordinate corrective actions with plant and supply chain teams
Produce monthly reporting on manufacturing costs, inventory results, and operational performance for site, regional, and corporate finance leaders
Support period-end close activities tied to inventory and cost of sales, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes
Partner with operations on margin improvement, pricing support, cost reduction opportunities, capital analysis, and productivity initiatives
Guide and develop finance or cost accounting staff while promoting strong collaboration across finance, operations, and supply chain functions
Assist with audits and compliance activities by preparing documentation and explaining inventory, costing, and control-related matters
Requirements:
Strong experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis
Ability to interpret manufacturing performance and translate financial data into actionable business recommendations
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and period-end close for cost of sales and inventory-related accounts
Familiarity with internal controls, audit support, and compliance with applicable accounting standards
Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams across operations, supply chain, and finance
Prior experience leading, coaching, or developing accounting or finance staff is preferred
Background using ERP systems to manage costing and inventory valuation is advantageous
Nice to have:
Prior experience leading, coaching, or developing accounting or finance staff is preferred
Background using ERP systems to manage costing and inventory valuation is advantageous
What we offer:
competitive compensation and benefits
free online training
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance