Cost Accounting Manager
Cost Accounting Manager
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Job Description
Headliner:
Own Inventory and Cost Excellence at the Center of a High-Growth CPG Brand
Job Details:
Vernon CA (Hybrid On-site Majority)
$130000 - $150000 Annual based salary bonus eligible
Marketing Message:
Archer Meat Snacksthe #1 jerky brand in the Natural and Specialty Channelis seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to take ownership of inventory and cost of goods accounting across all product lines and locations. This is a highly visible hands-on role reporting to the Sr. Director Corporate Controller and will be a key partner across operations production quality and warehouse teams.
Youll be responsible for everything from BOM maintenance and inventory reconciliations to variance analysis and process improvement. If youve been looking for an opportunity to drive financial clarity and operational efficiency inside a fast-paced high-growth CPG brand this role is for you.
What Youll Own & Impact:
End-to-end cost of goods and inventory accounting across manufacturing and warehouse operations
Weekly and monthly reconciliations between sub-ledger and GL
Bill of Materials (BOM) maintenance and production data analysis
Inventory controls cycle count processes and physical inventory oversight
Variance analysis journal entries and root-cause reporting
Work order and material variance tracking; partner with production teams on cost analysis
Operational reporting: weekly labor and cost metrics for production management
Audit prep property tax reporting and fixed asset cycle counts
Partner with 3PL and local production/storage locations on inventory movement and accuracy
Internal audit support and compliance with local state and federal regulations
What Sets You Apart:
57 years of progressive accounting/finance experience ideally in CPG or food manufacturing
Minimum 3 years in cost accounting and inventory management in a manufacturing environment
Bachelors degree in Accounting
Deep understanding of GAAP ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and financial compliance
High energy solutions-driven mindset with a passion for process improvement
Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with key KPIs (Gross Margin SKU Margins Days Inventory on Hand)
Strong communication skills with the ability to distill insights for senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Comfortable in a hybrid environment with majority time on-site in Vernon CA
Experience with external audits and managing inventory across distributed manufacturing and 3PLs
Why Join Archer Meat Snacks
Impact: Your work will directly inform business decisions improve margins and drive accountability
Ownership: Youll lead cost and inventory systems that touch every part of the business
Growth: Join a scaling fast-paced team with opportunity to evolve the function
Benefits: Competitive compensation PTO and 100% employer-paid medical dental and vision insurance
Culture: We move fast stay hands-on and work as a collaborative close-knit team focused on results
Location & Schedule:
This hybrid role is based in our Vernon CA office with an expectation of majority time spent on-site to support the manufacturing and operational teams.
Apply Today:
If youre ready to build lead and elevate cost accounting in a thriving CPG company we want to hear from you. Join Archer Meat Snacks and help us take inventory excellence to the next level.
Archer Meat Snacks is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
