Cost Accounting Manager

Charter Manufacturing Is A Fourth-Generation Family-Owned Business Where Our Will To Grow Drives Us To Do It Better. Join The Team And Become Part Of Our Family!

Cost Accounting Manager

Location : Hybrid in Mequon, WI (3 days a week in office)

Reports to : Director of Finance & Accounting

Position Overview :

Are you ready to lead financial transformation in a dynamic manufacturing environment? As our Senior Cost Accounting Manager, you'll be a strategic partner to operations, production, and senior leadershipdriving cost optimization, margin improvement, and financial integrity across the enterprise. You'll lead centralized processes for fixed asset and lease accounting, ensure compliance with US GAAP, and provide expert guidance on inventory valuation, cost allocations, and reporting. This is a high-impact role with visibility across business units and a clear path to influence enterprise-wide finance modernization.

What You'll Do :

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for cost, inventory, and production accounting
• Analyze and allocate product costs (materials, labor, overhead) to support margin improvement
• Manage standard cost updates and variance analysis to inform operational decisions
• Oversee fixed asset and lease accounting, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and compliance
• Define and document accounting policies for consistency and audit readiness
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Production to enhance cost visibility and control
• Drive process standardization and continuous improvement across finance functions
• Support internal and external audits with robust documentation and adherence to GAAP
• Partner with FP&A and IT to improve reporting accuracy and analytics efficiency
• Lead and contribute to enterprise-wide finance transformation initiatives
• Mentor and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of excellence and growth

What You Bring :

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Why Join Us?

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).