Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Synergy Search is partnering with a PE-backed organization seeking to hire a strong Cost Accounting Manager. This role will be instrumental in strengthening cost controls, supporting scalable financial operations, and partnering closely with leadership as the business continues to grow.
Responsibilities
• Own and manage cost accounting processes, including job costing, variance analysis, and margin reporting
• Oversee and apply Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting for long-term projects
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost allocation in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain and enhance cost structures, standard costing, and inventory valuation
• Partner with operations and project teams to improve forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis
• Prepare and review monthly close entries related to costs, WIP, and revenue recognition
• Support audits, PE reporting requirements, and internal controls
• Leverage NetSuite to optimize cost accounting workflows, reporting, and system integrity
Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with a strong focus on cost accounting
• Hands-on experience with Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting
• Strong working knowledge of NetSuite
• Strong communicator who can work cross-functionally with finance and operations
• CPA or CMA strongly preferred
• Experience in a PE-backed or high-growth environment preferred
• Implementation or optimization experience with NetSuite is a plus
Company Overview
• We are led entirely by CPAs, former public accountants, and finance professionals. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is http://www.synergysearch.com.
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