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Soni Resources

Cost Accounting Manager

Newburyport, MA · On-site

$140K/yr

Cost Accounting Manager A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Cost ... Lead or participate in finance, accounting, ERP, and process improvement initiatives. * Assist with ...

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Flex Ltd.

Cost Accounting Manager

Columbia, SC · On-site

$87K - $114K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In addition, the Cost Accounting Manager will assist the site Controller with day-to-day operations and ad-hoc report requirements and oversees the overall site compliances from an inventory ...

Minerals Technologies

Cost Accounting Manager

Bethlehem, PA · On-site

$93K - $122K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Supervise and manage Cost Accounting staff, if applicable ... Maintains a familiarity with new technologies to the extent needed to assist the business in ...

Heven AeroTech

Cost Accounting Manager

Winchester, VA · On-site

$92K - $120K/yr

Cost Accounting Manager Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Winchester, Virginia FLSA: Exempt About ... stakeholders. * Assist in the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts related to ...

Heven AeroTech

Cost Accounting Manager

Winchester, VA

$92K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cost Accounting Manager Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Winchester, Virginia FLSA: Exempt About ... stakeholders. * Assist in the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts related to ...

Heven AeroTech

Cost Accounting Manager

Winchester, VA · On-site

$92K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cost Accounting Manager Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Winchester, Virginia FLSA: Exempt About ... stakeholders. * Assist in the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts related to ...

Minerals Technologies

Cost Accounting Manager

Bethlehem, PA · On-site

$93K - $122K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Supervise and manage Cost Accounting staff, if applicable ... Maintains a familiarity with new technologies to the extent needed to assist the business in ...

FRANKLIN SPORTS INC

Manager, Cost Accounting

Stoughton, MA · On-site

$103K - $129K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position will serve as a manager to the Cost Accountant and will also support the Assistant Controller in other areas of accounting including journal entries and account reconciliations. The ...

McCarl's LLC

Cost Accounting Manager

Bridgeville, PA · On-site

$90K - $117K/yr

The Cost Accounting Manager plays a critical role in supporting the financial success of our ... Forecasting & Reporting * Assist with monthly financial forecasts and performance reporting for ...

Flex

Cost Accounting Manager

Columbia, SC

$87K - $114K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

In addition, the Cost Accounting Manager will assist the site Controller with day-to-day operations and ad-hoc reportrequirements and overseesthe overall site compliances fromaninventoryperspective.

McCarl's Inc.

Cost Accounting Manager

Bridgeville, PA

$90K - $117K/yr

The Cost Accounting Manager plays a critical role in supporting the financial success of our ... Forecasting & Reporting * Assist with monthly financial forecasts and performance reporting for ...

MBC Talent Connections

Cost Accounting Analyst

Kansas City, MO · Hybrid

$80K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cost Accounting Analyst Location: Kansas City, MO 64132 Work Arrangement: Primarily onsite. After ... * Assist with budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modeling. * Perform ...

McCarl's LLC

Cost Accounting Manager

Bridgeville, PA · On-site

$90K - $117K/yr

The Cost Accounting Manager plays a critical role in supporting the financial success of our ... Assist with Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability analysis.Ensure accurate job ...

Re:Build Manufacturing

Cost Accountant

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$61K - $82K/yr

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes related to inventory and cost accounting * Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities, particularly related to cost of goods sold ...

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How much do cost accounting assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for cost accounting assistant in the United States is $22.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is cost accounting a stressful job?

Cost accounting assistants often work in environments with tight deadlines and detailed financial analysis, which can contribute to stress. However, the role typically involves routine tasks, use of accounting software, and clear procedures, helping manage workload and reduce stress levels.

What are some typical challenges a cost accounting assistant might face during month-end closing, and how can they be managed?

During month-end closing, Cost Accounting Assistants often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, reconciling discrepancies between inventory and accounting records, and ensuring all cost data is accurately captured. Effective time management and strong organizational skills are essential for handling these pressures. Collaborating closely with other departments, such as production and inventory control, can help resolve discrepancies more quickly. Familiarity with accounting software and attention to detail also play a key role in minimizing errors and streamlining the closing process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cost accounting assistant?

To thrive as a Cost Accounting Assistant, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in accounting or finance, often supported by an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with accounting software such as SAP, QuickBooks, or Microsoft Excel is essential, and knowledge of general ledger systems or cost accounting methods is a plus. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to work accurately under deadlines distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate cost tracking, supporting financial decision-making, and maintaining the integrity of financial records.

What is a cost accounting assistant?

Cost Accounting Assistants are finance professionals who support cost accountants and financial managers by collecting, analyzing, and recording cost-related data within an organization. They help track expenses, prepare cost reports, assist with budgeting, and ensure that cost information is accurate for decision-making. Their role is essential in identifying areas for cost savings and improving overall financial efficiency within a business.

What is the difference between Cost Accounting Assistant vs Cost Accountant?

AspectCost Accounting AssistantCost Accountant
CredentialsAssociate's degree or relevant certificationBachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, supporting cost accounting teamOffice or plant environment, overseeing cost analysis
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, retail, logistics companiesManufacturing, construction, large corporations
Job ResponsibilitiesData entry, cost data collection, assisting with reportsAnalyzing costs, preparing reports, budgeting, and forecasting

The Cost Accounting Assistant primarily supports the cost accounting team with data entry and basic analysis, while the Cost Accountant takes on more complex analysis, reporting, and strategic cost management. Both roles are essential in cost control but differ in responsibilities and required experience.

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Infographic showing various Cost Accounting Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,928 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

Cost Accounting Manager

Futran Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Huntington Beach, CA • On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Newlight Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to work in a highly collaborative environment, supporting the Company's financial management.
The Cost Accounting Manager is a subject matter expert who records, analyzes, and reports all costs associated with manufacturing products, including standard costing, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
The position will partner with Manufacturing, Inventory, and the Finance team to ensure integrity and consistency in reporting and communication.
This is a hands-on individual-contributor role responsible for owning the company's cost accounting processes. The position does not currently have direct reports.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Cost Accounting & Product Costing
  • Drive annual product costing roll and costing new products, including rate development.
  • Ensure accurate classification of direct materials, direct labor, manufacturing overhead, period expenses, and capital expenditures in accordance with company policy and GAAP
  • Analyze manufacturing cost variance and drive data-driven improvements.
  • Analyze costs of raw materials and other supplies and create cost-benefit analyses for changing vendors where advantageous.
  • Own quarterly estimates for plant costs based on production plan and proactively communicate risks/opportunities and detailed variance explanations in a timely manner.

Inventory Accounting & Financial Close
  • Prepare detailed account analysis and reconcile sales, cost, inventory, and liabilities.
  • Ensure timely submission, accuracy, and validity of inventory and gross margin schedules to management.
  • Maintain internal documentation controls for inventory and cost of goods sold.
  • Assist in month-end closing, prepare journal entries as necessary, analyze inventory evaluation, and inventory roll forward.

Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Prepare, analyze, and report weekly, monthly, and quarterly gross margin analysis by brand and by customer type.
  • Support and assist internal department reporting requirements such as audit schedules, tax schedules, and others.

Business Partnership & Operational Support
  • Track and influence optimal performance (cost, fulfillment, quality, cash) and profitability within the supply chain and company-wide.
  • Partner with the Production Manager to support operational decision-making and track key performance indicators to understand issues and develop solutions together.

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Engage with teams to determine process implementation and improvements.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Minimum of 6 years of progressive overall experience.
  • Strong cost systems background.
  • Excellent analytical skills, detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and follow-through.
  • Sound understanding of cost accounting principles.
  • Strong Excel skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate complex analysis in a simple way.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated successful experience working as a member of a high-performance team.
  • Continuous improvement philosophy.
  • Best business practices mindset.
  • Demonstrated expertise in standard costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing variances, and month-end close processes.

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience using ERP systems.
  • CMA or CPA preferred; MBA is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This position is required to work onsite in an office/manufacturing environment. In the general office spaces, there is a low-average noise level, reasonable in office settings. In the laboratory, operations, and production areas, the noise level is often high, and temperatures vary depending on the type of work performed and the season.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and operate computer software. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time exempt position, requiring overtime, as needed to complete assigned work.
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Featured benefits
Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k)
Requirements added by the job poster
• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing

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