Cost Accounting Manager

Cost Accounting Manager – Manufacturing Facility | Richmond, VA

Drive Financial Excellence. Lead Operational Impact. Build the Future.

Are you a hands-on financial expert with a passion for manufacturing operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where your insights directly influence results on the plant floor? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to a Richmond, Virginia manufacturing facility as a Cost Accounting Manager — a pivotal role where strategic financial leadership meets operational excellence.

Why This Role Matters

As the Cost Accounting Manager, you’ll be the financial steward of the Richmond operations, partnering with both the management team and the shared service center to ensure the plant’s financial health and long-term success. Your insights will not only shape key decisions but also drive continuous improvement and cost optimization at every level.

You won’t just be sitting at a desk — you’ll be actively engaged across the plant, helping solve real-time challenges, supporting global initiatives, and collaborating cross-functionally to make a measurable impact.

What You’ll Do

• Take full ownership of financial and budgeting operations, from daily reporting to long-term planning.
• Lead cost accounting and variance analysis with a sharp eye on product profitability and operational KPIs.
• Analyze performance metrics and deliver insights that help leadership navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
• Safeguard company assets, manage capital and inventory records, and contribute to annual budget development.
• Serve as a go-to expert for ad hoc financial projects, risk assessments, and process improvements across teams.
• Collaborate globally and share best practices across our finance organization.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance Systems and Health & Safety policies.
• Travel up to 5% — domestically and internationally — for cross-regional collaboration and professional development.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• 5 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with a solid track record in general accounting, FP&A, and cost accounting.
• Deep knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proven ability to work across departments and levels with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability to dynamic environments with a proactive mindset and results-driven approach.
• A valid passport and ability to travel to support business needs and training (including Canada, Switzerland, and Germany).

Be Part of Something Bigger

At our Richmond plant, your work won’t go unnoticed — it will be at the core of our operational success. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to evolve, collaborate globally, and take your career to the next level with a company that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a role that blends strategic thinking, real-world application, and global exposure — this is your next move. Join us and be the financial leader who helps power operational success.

Apply today and build the future of your career.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, VA 23237 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000 - $160,000