Explore Cost Accounting Manager opportunities with organizations seeking experienced finance professionals. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on cost accounting, financial analysis, and operational decision support. Search openings to find a position that matches your expertise, career goals, and preferred industry.
Cost Accounting Managers oversee processes that measure and explain the costs of producing goods or delivering services. They may lead cost accounting teams, maintain costing systems, analyze variances, and prepare reports that help leaders understand profitability and make informed decisions. Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and company size.
Typical work may include developing and monitoring budgets, reviewing standard and actual costs, evaluating inventory valuation, investigating cost variances, and supporting month-end and year-end close. Managers may also improve internal controls, coordinate audits, build forecasts, and partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to identify opportunities for efficiency.
Employers commonly seek a background in accounting or finance, experience with cost accounting and financial reporting, and the ability to lead teams and communicate findings to non-finance stakeholders. Knowledge of accounting standards, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, spreadsheets, budgeting, and data analysis can be valuable. Requirements differ, so review each job description for details such as education, certifications, and industry experience.
Browse vetted Cost Accounting Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Compare opportunities by employer, location, and responsibilities, then apply for roles aligned with your experience in cost management, accounting, and business partnership.
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
$95K - $115K *
Empower financial strategy by leading the FP&A team, driving budgeting, forecasting, and reporting excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to provide strategic insights and enhance operational effi...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Oversee the revenue accounting process, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with ASC 606. Lead a team, manage monthly closes, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance efficienc...
2 days ago
Accounting Manager - Joint Venture Reporting
$137K - $248K *
Drive financial reporting and accounting for joint ventures in residential solar. Lead GAAP compliance, manage budgets, and enhance processes while collaborating across teams to support rapid growth i...
1 week ago
$111K - $156K *
Drive financial excellence by managing global fixed asset transactions, journal entries, and audits. Lead a team to enhance efficiency and compliance while fostering strong interdepartmental relations...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community financial operations. Lead and develop a skilled accounting team while overseeing accounts receivable and payable functions. Drive process improveme...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Elevate inventory accounting and cost analysis, ensuring accurate financial reporting and collaboration across teams. Drive efficiency and integrity in processes while managing competing priorities in...
2 weeks ago
Accounting Analyst- Energy Accounting
$75K - $90K *
Champion financial integrity by overseeing daily accounting functions, ensuring GAAP compliance, preparing financial statements, and leading the accounting team toward collaboration and continuous imp...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform financial operations by leading accounting for multiple locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while providing strategic analysis to meet company goals. Drive team performance and enhan...
1 week ago
Accounting Lead - Manufacturing
$99K - $152K *
Elevate financial processes by leading accounting initiatives for manufacturing, ensuring scalable systems and accurate reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and dri...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career in finance by overseeing accounting, cash management, and compliance processes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive efficiency, accuracy, and quality while supporting a fast-g...
1 month ago
General Accounting and Close Manager
$96K - $141K *
Play a key role in managing accounting activities, ensuring compliance with IFRS, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders while overseeing financial reporting and integration p...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's redefining financial leadership in a dynamic, multi-entity organization. You'll oversee accounting for diverse sports divisions, mentor a team, and drive process improvements while...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to lead financial reporting and accounting for diverse sports divisions, ensuring accuracy and compliance while mentoring a team. Drive process improvements and support growth in a dyn...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Optimize corporate accounting functions by managing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and enhance i...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $149K *
Support the management of programs and projects by overseeing financial performance, ensuring effective execution of project financials, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive success across mul...
1 week ago
$118K - $190K *
Elevate your career by acting as a key technical accounting partner, ensuring compliance with US GAAP for complex transactions. Lead the Accounting Review of Legal Documents process while supporting g...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform your accounting career by building a robust finance function. Own the monthly close process, manage accounts payable and receivable, and establish internal controls while collaborating with...
Reposted 1 month ago
Accounting Manager/Senior Accountant-Accounts Payable
$88K - $105K *
Champion the future of government contract accounting by managing accounts payable, payroll, and compliance. Lead a team while ensuring adherence to FAR and DCAA requirements, and drive financial accu...
6 days ago
$89K - $106K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing cost accounting processes, managing fixed assets, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Collaborate across functions to support month-end closings and m...
2 weeks ago
Finance and Accounting Manager- Products
$95K - $115K *
Empower financial excellence by leading inventory accounting, pricing, and billing processes. Drive operational improvements and strategic initiatives in a dynamic environment, partnering with cross-f...
2 weeks ago
Accounting Manager (Support Office)
$80K - $95K *
Lead the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen controls, and enhance processes. Oversee multi-store accounting functions, manage audits, and support strategic initiatives...
2 weeks ago
$85K *
Drive financial excellence by managing operations, budgeting, reporting, and pricing strategies. Collaborate with leadership across functions to enhance profitability and support scalable growth throu...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's committed to financial excellence by overseeing critical operations, managing budgets, and providing insights to enhance performance. Collaborate with leadership to ensure complianc...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential as you lead accounting operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, managing month-end close processes, and enhancing efficiency through system implementations while mentoring junior st...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager, Accounting Operations Business Support & Analytics
$104K - $166K *
Lead the charge in optimizing accounting operations through innovative analytics and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable solutions that enhance efficiency and dri...
5 days ago
What does a Cost Accounting Manager do?
A Cost Accounting Manager oversees cost measurement and reporting, analyzes cost variances, supports budgeting and forecasting, and provides financial insights to help the organization manage spending and profitability. Specific duties depend on the employer and industry.
What qualifications are commonly required for Cost Accounting Manager jobs?
Employers often look for accounting or finance experience, knowledge of cost accounting and financial reporting, analytical skills, and leadership ability. Some roles may require a relevant degree, professional certification, ERP experience, or expertise in a particular industry.
Which skills are important for a Cost Accounting Manager?
Useful skills include cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting, internal controls, team leadership, and clear communication. Familiarity with ERP platforms and spreadsheet or data analysis tools may also be preferred.
Where can I find Cost Accounting Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Browse current Cost Accounting Manager listings to explore roles and review each posting for its compensation, location, and qualifications.
What industries hire Cost Accounting Managers?
Cost Accounting Managers may work in manufacturing, healthcare, technology, consumer goods, logistics, and other sectors. Hiring needs and job responsibilities vary based on how each organization tracks costs and manages operations.