Job Information
Aston Carter Cost Accounting Manager in Tampa, Florida
Job Title: Manager of Cost Accounting
Job Description
We are seeking a Manager of Cost Accounting to join our Global Accounting team. This position will provide leadership and management to a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and statutory reporting requirements. The role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure accurate inventory accounting, the implementation of ERP systems, and the management of outsourced providers.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership to execute all accounting and reporting activities related to inventory reserves and transfer pricing for the manufacturing network.
Ensure compliance with US GAAP and statutory reporting in related areas.
Partner with departments such as FP&A, Supply Chain, Corporate Tax, Disbursements, and Information Systems for proper inventory accounting.
Serve as the lead contact for Corporate External Reporting, Corporate Audit, External Auditors, and Tax Compliance to provide audit and reporting support.
Lead ERP and automation initiatives, including Robotics Process Automation, to ensure proper design, documentation, testing, and training.
Perform inventory accounting for certain manufacturing sites.
Manage and review the work of an outsourced provider supporting the team.
Support master data activities and process mapping, SOP creation, and training.
Prepare and review audit schedules and address questions from internal and external auditors.
Consolidate, analyze, and report global inventory balances by product and site, performing detailed monthly variance analysis.
Essential Skills
Strong experience in cost accounting within a large company.
Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA.
US GAAP Accounting knowledge, preferably CPA certified or experience with Big 4.
Experience in managing and leading teams.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
2+ years of experience in people management.
Offshore management experience preferred.
CPA or MBA preferred.
Experience with publicly traded companies.
Work Environment
This is a remote position operating in Eastern Standard Time (EST). The role involves managing a team of 4 to 5 individuals within the Global Cost Operations Accounting group. Additionally, it includes overseeing a team of offshore individuals through an outsourced vendor located in Kolkata, India.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $53.00 - $57.00/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 Apr 22, 2026.
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.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.