Cost Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to support financial operations for a leading tech manufacturing environment in San Jose, California. This role will lead cost-focused reporting, strengthen accounting processes tied to procure-to-pay activity, and provide clear analysis that helps guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in standard costing, general ledger accounting, and hands-on experience working with NetSuite.

Responsibilities:

• Lead cost accounting activities for manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate valuation of inventory, production costs, and margin reporting.

• Oversee standard cost development and maintenance, including updates based on material, labor, and overhead changes.

• Prepare and analyze cost reports, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities to improve financial performance.

• Partner with procurement and accounts payable teams to support procure-to-pay processes and maintain strong financial controls.

• Manage general ledger entries and reconciliations related to inventory, cost of sales, and manufacturing transactions.

• Deliver timely month-end and period-end reporting with a focus on cost accuracy and operational insight.

• Use NetSuite to monitor transactions, maintain accounting data integrity, and support reporting requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve cost visibility and strengthen accounting procedures across the business

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting principles, including standard costing methodologies.
• Experience supporting procure-to-pay workflows and related financial reporting activities.
• Solid understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Proficiency in cost analysis with the ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly.
• Hands-on experience using NetSuite in an accounting or finance environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

Compensation

$130,000.00-$180,000.00 Yearly

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