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Cost Accounting Manager (99% Remote)
Location: Remote (Monthly onsite required in Winona, MN)
Employment Type: FullโTime, Direct Hire
Industry: Manufacturing
About the Opportunity
A wellโestablished manufacturer is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to lead cost accounting, inventory, WIP, and monthโend close activities. This organization is in growth mode, investing heavily in modernization and process optimization. They are looking for someone who can bring structure, efficiency, and fresh ideas to a handsโon cost accounting function.
This role is remote, with onsite presence required only during monthโend close near Winona, MN.
If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves in a fastโmoving environment and making meaningful process improvements, this is a fantastic opportunity.
What Youโll Do
- Lead cost accounting processes including inventory valuation, WIP tracking, product costing, and job costing
- Manage monthโend close activities, with heavy involvement on Days 1โ2
- Review and reconcile raw materials, finished goods, and overhead allocations
- Analyze variances and provide clear, actionable insights to leadership
- Partner closely with operations and finance to ensure accurate and timely financial data
- Maintain and improve ERP data (Microsoft Navision and AS400 strongly preferred)
- Document processes and support transition of work as needed
- Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, or improve reporting and workflows
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of cost accounting experience (senior cost accountant level or above)
- Background in manufacturing or distribution required
- Experience with Microsoft Navision and/or AS400 is a significant plus
- Bachelorโs in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
Why This Role Stands Out
- Remote flexibility โ onsite only during monthโend activities
- High visibility with leadership and crossโfunctional teams
- Ability to modernize a function with many manual processes today
- Stable business with longโterm growth plans
- Opportunity to influence process, controls, and automation
- Strong bonus potential, 10-15%
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