Cost Accounting Manager POST NUMBER: 460816
Cost Accounting Manager
? Location: Natick, MA (On-site or Hybrid)
? Industry: Manufacturing
? Employment Type: Full-time
About the Company
We are a growing manufacturing company based in Natick, MA, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions to our customers. Our team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and excellence in everything we do. We are seeking a skilled Cost Accounting Manager to join our finance team and play a key role in driving operational and financial performance.
Position Summary
The Cost Accounting Manager will lead all aspects of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and manufacturing financial analysis. This position will partner closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership to provide insight into production costs, efficiency, and profitability. The ideal candidate has a strong manufacturing accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee all cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and cost of goods sold (COGS) reporting.
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Maintain and update product cost standards and bills of materials (BOMs).
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Analyze manufacturing performance, labor and overhead absorption, and identify areas for cost improvement.
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Manage monthly closing activities related to inventory, work-in-progress (WIP), and cost accounting adjustments.
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Reconcile inventory accounts and ensure accurate valuation across all production sites.
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Prepare detailed cost reports and margin analysis to support pricing and product profitability decisions.
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Collaborate with operations and engineering on cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
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Support annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for manufacturing operations.
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Lead and develop a small team of cost or staff accountants (if applicable).
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Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and corporate financial policies.
Qualifications
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
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Experience: 5–8 years of progressive cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
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Strong knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting.
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Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and strong Excel skills.
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Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
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Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decision-making.
Why Join Us
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Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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Opportunity to work in a growing, innovation-driven manufacturing environment
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Collaborative culture that values continuous improvement and professional development
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Convenient Natick location with access to public transportation and major highways
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.