Director of Finance Plant Cost Accounting (Manufacturing)

Have you got the right qualifications and skills for this job Find out below, and hit apply to be considered. Location: Flexible East/Central U.S. Manufacturing Hubs Compensation: $200K base + 30% target bonus Confidential Executive Search Own the Numbers That Drive the Factory Floor. Were conducting a confidential search for a Director of Finance Plant Cost Accounting, a pivotal role focused on financial performance at the plant level. This isnt a back-office finance position its embedded in operations, where cost accounting, margin analysis, and production economics drive strategic decisions and profitability. What Youll Do Lead all aspects of cost accounting across multiple high-volume manufacturing plants Develop and maintain standard cost models for materials, labor, and overhead Analyze plant-level financials, including yield, scrap, variances, and product margins Own deep dives into COGS, SKU-level profitability, inventory valuation, and production efficiency Collaborate with plant managers and corporate teams on budgeting, forecasting, and performance targets Support capital expenditure planning and operational improvements with rigorous financial analysis Drive consistency and best practices in cost accounting processes across sites What You Bring Demonstrated success leading plant cost accounting in a multi-site manufacturing environment Expertise in COGS modeling, margin analysis, variance reporting, and inventory controls Strong understanding of operational metrics throughput, utilization, waste, yield, and sourcing Ability to toggle between granular plant-level insights and high-level financial strategy A hands-on, collaborative approach you'll be in the plants, not just analyzing from afar The Details Location: Flexible across East/Central U.S. manufacturing hubs Travel: 2535% to remain closely aligned with on-site operations Ready to Lead Finance Where It Matters Most? This is a high-impact, high-visibility opportunity to shape financial outcomes where theyre made on the shop floor. If you're passionate about cost accounting and operational finance, apply confidentially today.