Cost Accounting Leader

The Cost Accounting Manager will lead product costing processes, including inventory valuation, cost of goods sold (COGS), and profitability analysis across a large-scale, multi-site production network. This individual will play a critical role in the implementation and ongoing optimization of Oracle Fusion's costing capabilities, ensuring accurate cost tracking and reporting. This role partners closely with Accounting, FP&A, and Operations to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making, while helping build scalable costing processes in a highly complex and evolving environment. Worksite Location: This hybrid position is based in Sleepy Eye, MN. On-site work is expected approximately three days per week. Salary Range: $115-125k/yr. base salary (flexible based on experience) Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid holidays, and employee assistance program (EAP). Roles & Responsibilities:· Manage product costing processes, including inventory valuation, COGS, and profitability reporting · Support implementation and ongoing management of Oracle Fusion costing systems · Maintain cost standards, cost elements, and system configurations across a multi-site production environment · Monitor and analyze production costs including labor, materials, and overhead; perform variance analysis (actual vs. standard) · Track and ensure proper closeout of work orders to maintain accurate cost data · Partner with Accounting, FP&A, and Operations to deliver actionable financial insights and recommendations · Identify cost drivers and opportunities to improve cost accuracy and operational performance · Support financial close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations · Collaborate cross-functionally to improve data integrity and costing methodologies · Contribute to building scalable costing processes and supporting future team growth Required Skills & Experience:· Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance · 3+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance · Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, or product costing · Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data · Experience supporting month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations · Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate financial insights effectively · Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities · Experience working with ERP systems About VersiqueVersique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions. Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters-seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections. We believe people are more than resumes-they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success. Versique is proud to be an award-winning company, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Let's find your people, together. Versique is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. LI-LN1LI-hybrid