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.

Find Cost Accounting Manager Jobs on Ladders

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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$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in financial management for a multi-site manufacturing group. Oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements while partnering with business leaders to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of financial reporting by leading monthly closes, banking operations, and consolidations in a dynamic, global SaaS environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate financial practices by leading multi-entity accounting, month-end close, and internal controls. Improve ERP functionality and streamline processes while partnering with leaders to enhance visi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive the financial close process in a dynamic multi-entity environment, leading a team of accountants to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support s...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $105K *

Shape financial strategy by executing cost accounting and internal audits. Collaborate with departments to enhance cost practices, analyze variances, and uphold compliance, ensuring operational effici...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $139K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex customer agreements into compliant ASC 606 conclusions, ensuring accurate revenue processes while partnering across teams to automate and enhance operational ef...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $138K *

Lead a dynamic accounting team through rapid growth, managing global close processes, integrating acquisitions, and enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP in a fast...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

The Accounting Manager at Celsius will oversee the accounting department, ensuring accurate and compliant accounting activities. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manag...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the accounting function by leading financial reporting, driving process improvements, and ensuring GAAP compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to support strategic growth while managing a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $140K *

Champion financial integrity by leading reporting, enhancing controls, and developing a skilled accounting team for our North American lease portfolio, ensuring compliance and insightful analysis to d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $140K *

Lead financial reporting and strengthen controls while developing a high-performing accounting team. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes and ensure compliance for our North American leas...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $140K *

Join a team that's leading financial reporting and enhancing controls while developing a high-performing accounting team. Drive process improvements and collaborate across functions to ensure complian...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $136K *

Drive financial reporting excellence, enhance controls, and lead a dynamic accounting team supporting North America's lease portfolio while ensuring compliance and delivering insightful financial anal...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing financial operations by managing a dynamic accounting team, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements to support organizational growth and efficiency...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion financial integrity as you lead an accounting team to deliver accurate reporting, compliance, and process improvements in a dynamic construction environment. Drive operational excellence whil...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$97K - $124K *

Transform your career by leading key accounting and reporting activities. Drive financial analysis, ensure compliance, and support cross-functional teams while delivering accurate results in a dynamic...

Milton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in accounting, overseeing financial operations, compliance, and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights and improvements in a d...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $210K *

Empower the full accounting cycle in a dynamic AI hardware firm. As the first dedicated accountant, you'll enhance processes across AP, payroll, reconciliations, and audit, ensuring transparency and c...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by managing financial integrity, overseeing budgeting, and driving month-end processes. Collaborate with leadership to enhance performance analysis and en...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform client experiences by developing innovative financial solutions, mentoring associates, and fostering teamwork. Drive growth and profitability through strategic consulting and relationship-bu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to develop innovative financial solutions, mentor associates, and build lasting client relationships while driving growth and enhancing profitability in a collaborative environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative financial solutions while mentoring associates and fostering client relationships. Contribute to team success through collaboration and proactive problem-solving, ensuring clients a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Advance innovative solutions for clients' financial needs while mentoring associates and fostering teamwork. Build lasting relationships and drive client success through proactive strategies and deep...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative solutions for clients' financial needs while fostering teamwork and mentoring associates. Build sustainable relationships and contribute to client success through proactive strategies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative financial solutions, mentoring associates, and fostering client relationships. Drive success through collaboration and proactive strategies that e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.