Cost Accounting Manager

Page Executive • Glanmire, Cork • Posted May 30, 2026

About the Role

Job Description

Reporting into the Financial Controller, the Cost Accounting Manager will lead cost accounting activities and support operational decision making. This role will have ownership of standard costing, inventory valuation, margin analysis, and close partnership with manufacturing and supply chain leaders. Main duties and responsibilities include the following:

  • Lead all cost accounting activities including standard cost development, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
  • Partner with operations and supply chain teams to understand cost drivers and improve margins
  • Manage cost accounting close processes including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
  • Analyze manufacturing variances and provide clear explanations to senior finance and operational leadership
  • Maintain bill of materials, routings, and labor standards within the ERP system
  • Support annual budgeting and forecasting from a co...