Cost Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead cost accounting activities for a high-tech engineering organization in Redmond, Washington. This role will oversee inventory valuation, cost reporting, and margin analysis while helping leadership make informed financial and operational decisions. The position works closely with operations, supply chain, and finance partners to strengthen cost visibility, support planning, and improve overall financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead company-wide cost accounting practices, including standard costing methods and consistent application across business units.
• Oversee inventory valuation, reserve analysis, and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records and policy compliance.
• Analyze manufacturing variances across materials, labor, overhead, and purchasing to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Direct cost-related activities during monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, ensuring timely and reliable reporting.
• Prepare and review margin and cost performance reports for finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle count activities with operational teams to support inventory accuracy.
• Strengthen internal controls related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing expenses while supporting audit requirements.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and financial planning teams on budgeting, forecasting, pricing, sourcing, and margin improvement initiatives.
• Develop financial models and cost analyses to support product decisions, capital planning, and broader strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 6 years of progressive experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial close processes.
• Experience using ERP systems and advanced Excel skills for financial and operational analysis.
• Ability to interpret complex cost data and present clear recommendations to business leaders.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective cross-functional communication.

Pay

$125,000 to $155,000 per year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k with 5% company match
• 3 weeks PTO
• 9 paid holidays + 4 floating holidays