Cost Accounting Manager

Aston Carter; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global corporate talent solutions provider is seeking a Manager of Cost Accounting to lead accounting activities, ensuring compliance with US GAAP. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, expertise in cost accounting, and proficiency in SAP/S4 HANA. This position is fully remote and offers a pay range of $50.00 - $63.00 per hour, with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of managerial experience in accounting.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is advantageous.
• Outstanding presentation skills and interpersonal skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and reporting activities related to inventory and reserves.
• Collaborate with different departments for proper inventory accounting.
• Manage ERP and automation projects related to accounting.

Skills

Cost accounting expertise

Strong people management

Proficiency in S4 HANA/SAP

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Doctorate with 2 years experience or Master's with 6 years or Bachelor's with 8 years in finance/accounting

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

SAP

S4 HANA

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Manager of Cost Accounting

Join our Global Accounting team as a Manager of Cost Accounting, where you will play a key role in leading and managing a team within the Global Cost & Operations Accounting group. Reporting to the Director of Global Accounting Operations, you will also manage a team of offshore individuals through our outsourced vendor in Kolkata, India.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the team to execute all accounting and reporting activities related to inventory, reserves, and transfer pricing, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Partner with various groups such as FP&A, Supply Chain, Corporate Tax, Disbursements, and I.S. to ensure proper accounting of inventory, including site support.
• Collaborate with accounting management regarding the proper application of US GAAP and company policies and procedures.
• Serve as the lead contact for Corporate External Reporting, Corporate Audit, External Auditors, and Tax Compliance to provide audit/reporting support and analysis.
• Lead ERP and automation implementations related to Cost & Operations Accounting, ensuring proper design, documentation, testing, and training of personnel.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in cost accounting and accounting principles.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in S4 HANA / SAP systems.
• Experience in cost accounting within the pharmaceutical industry.
• CPA and Big 4 experience preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Doctorate degree with 2 years of finance or technical accounting experience, or a Master\'s degree with 6 years of finance or technical accounting experience, or a Bachelor\'s degree with 8 years of finance or technical accounting experience.
• 2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA preferred.
• Audit or Big 4 Public Accounting experience.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong technical US GAAP knowledge, particularly in the area of Inventory.
• Outstanding written, verbal communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to bridge cultural differences.
• Initiative-taking and the ability to work with minimal direction in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading projects, managing staff, and working with cross-functional teams.
• Team/Contractor supervision experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with general ledger systems (SAP and S4 HANA).
• Industry experience is advantageous.

Work Environment

You will manage a team of 4-5 individuals. The position requires working the first shift in the Eastern Standard Time (EST) zone. The dress code is business casual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of NA, Florida.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $63.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

EEO Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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