Total Manufacturing Cost Manager/Cost Accountant
Job Description
Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, love digging into the details, and have a knack for leading teams, this could be your next great career move! Relocation paid for the right candidate!
Why You’ll Love This Role:
- Work in a family-oriented, flexible environment that values work-life balance.
- Enjoy a casual dress code and a collaborative culture where your voice matters.
- Step into a leadership role with strong company backing and ownership-driven leadership that supports innovation and process improvements.
- Competitive compensation package with bonus potential and great benefits.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee cost accounting functions including BOM, variance analysis, inventory management, overhead allocations, and material & labor rates.
- Lead and mentor a team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial processes.
- Drive month-end activities and reporting to keep leadership informed.
- Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
- Collaborate across all levels of the organization, providing insights that drive business decisions.
What You Bring to the Table:
- 5-10 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Proven leadership experience—whether you’re currently managing a team or have in the past.
- Strong technical skills, including advanced Excel proficiency.
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of detail.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Meet Your Recruiter
JESSICA FORBIS
Executive Recruiter
Jessica is an Executive Recruiter at Career Foundations, Inc., bringing a wealth of talent-acquisition expertise specializing in finance, accounting, operations and administrative support placements built over nearly a decade at Robert Half. There, Jessica advanced from Staffing Manager through Practice Director of Finance & Accounting Contract Talent to Recruiting Manager for Permanent Placement, consistently delivering customized solutions and exceeding placement goals. Earlier in her career, Jessica honed her consultative sales and client-service skills as an Inside Sales Representative at Informatica and ESG (Customer Success as a Service®). She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Agricultural Studies and Business Management from Wilmington College. Known for her candidate-first approach, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to partnership, Jessica guides both clients and candidates through every step of the recruiting process, ensuring a seamless, high-touch experience.