Manager of Cost Accounting

Frank Calandra Jennmar Services • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Manager of Cost Accounting leads the Company’s cost accounting functions and provides accurate financial reporting, cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and operational performance metrics. The role supports executive leadership by analyzing financial results, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency, and ensuring the integrity of financial data.

The position oversees cost accounting and financial analyses related to product costs, manufacturing variances, inventory, labor, overhead, budgets, forecasts, and operational performance. It collaborates across accounting, operations, purchasing, sales, and plant management, ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal controls, and supervises accounting and finance personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or corporate finance.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Thorough understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal financial controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex financial information and provide business recommendations.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing costs, inventory, labor, overhead, and operational performance metrics.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, financial reporting software, and Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to executive leadership and operational management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor, develop, and manage accounting personnel.

Nice To Haves

• At least three years of supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Company’s cost accounting functions and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information used for operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop, analyze, and report product costs, manufacturing variances, inventory valuations, labor and overhead costs, and other key financial performance metrics.
• Lead preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and operational analyses; monitor performance against established goals and recommend corrective actions.
• Analyze financial results, identify trends and opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, and provide recommendations to executive leadership.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, Purchasing, Sales, and plant management on financial planning, capital investment decisions, pricing strategies, and profitability initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial models, management reports, key performance indicators, and dashboards to support business planning and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal control procedures, and support internal and external audit activities.
• Supervise assigned accounting and finance personnel, providing leadership, training, performance management, and professional development opportunities.
• Support strategic initiatives, special projects, system implementations, and continuous improvement efforts that enhance financial reporting and business performance.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with a standard PPO plan, deductibles as low as $1,500, and wellness credit up to $750.
• Free concierge primary care.
• Voluntary 401(k) plan currently matching up to 12%.
• Voluntary dental and vision plans.
• Free telemedicine services.
• Basic life insurance.
• Long- and short-term disability coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager