Director Of Cost Accounting

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Director of Cost Accounting

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Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 per year

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Our client is a rapidly growing global manufacturing company that specializes in extending the lifecycle of critical products used in automotive, industrial, and energy infrastructure markets. With operations across North America and Europe, the organization has built a strong reputation for operational excellence, engineering innovation, and sustainable manufacturing practices.
Backed by private equity and experiencing significant global expansion, the company is investing heavily in its finance and operational infrastructure to support continued growth. This Director of Cost Accounting role represents a unique opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership position where you will help shape the company’s global cost accounting strategy, strengthen financial controls, and provide key insights that influence operational and strategic decisions.
As a key member of the finance leadership team, this individual will partner closely with executive leadership, operations, and supply chain teams to improve cost visibility, drive margin optimization, and enhance decision-making across multiple manufacturing sites. This role also offers the opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing cost accounting team while driving process improvements and systems optimization in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Location: Dallas, TX (Onsite)
Travel: Approximately 25%

Why join us?
Competitive base salary and bonus opportunity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and company holidays
Leadership exposure within a global organization undergoing significant growth
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development

Job Details

Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership and oversight of global cost accounting and inventory valuation across multiple manufacturing locations
Own and optimize the cost accounting framework within the ERP system, ensuring accurate inventory transactions and cost structures
Lead the development and governance of standard costing methodologies and cost control systems
Direct cost analysis including margin analysis, variance investigations, and operational constraint reviews
Deliver executive-level financial insights and recommendations to support pricing strategies, operational performance, and capital investments
Ensure consistency and accuracy in standard cost roll processes and inventory reconciliations across sites
Oversee capital expenditure accounting and fixed asset management
Manage inventory reserve analysis, including excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory
Partner with operations teams on physical inventory processes and system improvements
Lead finance process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting, automation, and analytical capabilities
Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing cost accounting team

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
CPA or CMA strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in cost accounting, including leadership responsibilities
Experience in a manufacturing environment required
Deep expertise in standard costing, variance analysis, inventory accounting, and GAAP compliance
Experience working with ERP systems (Oracle or similar platforms strongly preferred)
Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and problem-solving ability
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior leadership
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

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