Cost Accounting Manager

About the role

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will own Arlo's cost accounting function end-to-end covering standard costing, inventory reserves, period cost reporting, and management presentations. You will partner closely with the US and International accounting teams, FP&A, Operations, and External Audit, and may have direct report(s). A key focus of the role will be identifying opportunities to streamline and automate manual processes, driving greater efficiency across the function.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end standard costing process, including quarterly cost uploads, new SKU administration, and overhead rate reviews.
• Lead the quarterly calculation and reporting of inventory reserves, including Excess & Obsolete, Lower of Cost or Market, Used Inventory, and ODM Excess Materials Liability.
• Prepare and present period cost actuals and forecasts to senior management, including the quarterly Inventory Management and Period Cost Review.
• Partner closely with Operations department to oversee various cost components. Provide accounting analysis and insights to such cost components, such as PPV or Tariff/Duty charges.
• Oversee the monthly and quarterly Cost Trial Balance and Standard Margin reconciliations, and post-close cost allocations.
• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors (Deloitte) on cost accounting and inventory-related controls.
• As needed, provide oversight and day-to-day management to the Cost Accountant, ensuring quality and timeliness across the team's deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement across cost accounting processes, systems, and controls, with a focus on identifying opportunities to streamline and automate manual workflows.

Requirements

• Recognized accounting qualification (CPA or equivalent).
• Significant experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing, hardware, or technology company.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory valuation, and reserve calculations under US GAAP.
• Experience operating in a public company or SOX-compliant environment.
• Proficiency in Oracle EBS/OCI and advanced Excel skills; experience with OAS is an advantage.
• Proven ability to take full ownership of complex processes while managing across a global team.
• Strong communicator with the confidence to present to senior stakeholders and partner with US and international based teams.
• A track record of identifying opportunities to streamline and automate manual accounting processes, with the initiative to drive change and improve efficiency.

Pay

The pay range for this position is between USD $145,000–155,000/year. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including role, job-related knowledge, skills, relevant education, and experience. The total compensation package may also include bonus, equity, and a full range of benefits.