Cost Accounting Manager Jobs

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.

What Does a Cost Accounting Manager Do?

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.

Common Responsibilities

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

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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.

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$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead financial reporting and accounting efforts, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Drive high standards in budgeting and payroll while enhancing internal controls and foster...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Unlock project success by managing costs for capital projects, ensuring accurate forecasts, and delivering insightful financial reports. Collaborate with teams to maintain budgets and drive effective...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Oversee financial reporting and accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Lead a team, manage complex issues, and drive strategic initiatives while balancing multiple projects in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $300K *

Join a team that's integral to shaping finance strategies and operations. Bring your expertise in corporate finance to lead, analyze, and optimize our financial health while collaborating across depar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $108K *

Partner with us to support government business through cost oversight, audits, and compliance. Utilize your expertise in federal regulations to ensure accurate cost calculations and collaborate with t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $199K *

Help us drive financial excellence and strategic decision-making in a dynamic environment. As a key leader, you'll oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting, ensuring alignment with corporat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $127K *

Drive best-in-class accounting operations and reporting for North America, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellence in team performance while leading month-end closes and fostering collaboratio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $115K *

Unlock potential by overseeing financial operations, guiding a team, and ensuring compliance. Manage the financial close process, develop budgets, and enhance reporting accuracy to drive informed busi...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of real estate finance by coordinating financial activities across diverse projects, ensuring accurate reporting, and driving strategic financial insights to supp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of B2B revenue accounting by designing processes from contract to cash. Collaborate across teams to streamline operations, automate billing, and ensure compliance, all while leading a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and implementation of B2B revenue accounting processes, ensuring efficient contract-to-cash operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth and reduce manual...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by driving financial planning and analysis in a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability and operational effic...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial excellence by preparing statements, analyzing accounts, and supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts. Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accuracy and integrity in financia...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $95K *

Transform financial management by overseeing general ledger processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and enhancing team collaboration. Drive efficiency in accounts receivable and payable while presen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Support our entertainment-industry clients by managing their financial affairs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in day-to-day operations while fostering strong professional relationships and embracin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$96K - $144K *

Champion strategic financial insights to drive revenue growth and optimize GTM operations. Collaborate with C-suite and teams to enhance decision-making through data analysis and financial modeling, i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$96K - $144K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by partnering with GTM teams to drive revenue growth, optimize performance metrics, and enhance decision-making through advanced financial modeling and insights...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$96K - $144K *

Innovate financial strategies as a key partner to Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success teams, driving revenue growth and operational excellence through data-driven insights and strategic planning in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance in industrial operations. Contribute to building financial models and analyses that drive strategic decisions for a new facility, ensuring clarity in c...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $117K *

Lead the charge in financial management for a dynamic organization, overseeing accounting functions, budgeting, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic growth and ensure accurat...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Contribute to scalable project and revenue accounting practices, ensuring accurate ASC 606 application and financial visibility. Partner with operational leaders to enhance controls and support timely...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Accounts Payable operations, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements while managing a dedicat...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Transform financial operations by leading accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and driving performance across diverse housing and human services projects. Collaborate with teams to maintain inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$155K - $170K *

Drive financial accuracy and compliance by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring timely reporting, and enhancing processes to support leadership decisions and functional success...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $170K *

Lead the accounting operations by ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and process improvements. Collaborate with leadership to deliver timely insights and maintain high standards in fin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cost Accounting Manager do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.