
Cost Accounting Manager
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ManpowerGroup is hiring a Cost Accounting Manager. The Cost Accounting Manager will join the finance department of a manufacturing leader, supporting cross‑functional teams with analytical thinking, strong communication, and a proactive approach to improve cost accounting systems and drive financial decision‑making.
Key focus areas include Maintain and improve the company's cost accounting system to ensure accuracy and efficiency, Analyze manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labor, overhead, scrap, and landed costs, and Establish and monitor cost standards, investigate variances, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Preferred (not required): Problem Solving, Strong Communication Skills, Proactive Approach, and Cost Accounting.
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Full job description
Our client, a manufacturing industry leader, is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to join their team. As a Cost Accounting Manager, you will be part of the Finance department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have analytical thinking, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title: Cost Accounting Manager
Location: Tipton, PA
Pay Range: $85,000 - $95,000
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30m
What's the Job?
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Maintain and improve the company's cost accounting system to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
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Analyze manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labor, overhead, scrap, and landed costs.
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Establish and monitor cost standards, investigate variances, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Prepare and present cost reports, financial statements, and support month-end closing processes.
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Develop financial models and conduct cost analyses to support decision-making and operational improvements.
What's Needed?
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience in manufacturing cost accounting, inventory accounting, or related areas.
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Experience with ERP/MRP systems, preferably Syteline.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
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Strong knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting, inventory accounting, and U.S. GAAP; CPA preferred.
What's in it for me?
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Opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
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Collaborate with a dedicated and supportive team.
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Engage in continuous professional development and growth.
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Contribute to impactful financial decision-making processes.
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Be part of a company committed to operational excellence and innovation.
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.
Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.
In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis and Talent Solutions. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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