Remote Cost Accounting Manager
Cost Accounting Manager (99% Remote) Location: Remote (Monthly onsite required in Winona, MN) Employment Type: Full‑Time, Direct Hire Industry: Manufacturing About the Opportunity A well‑established manufacturer is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to lead cost accounting, inventory, WIP, and month‑end close activities. This organization is in growth mode, investing heavily in modernization and process optimization. They are looking for someone who can bring structure, efficiency, and fresh ideas to a hands‑on cost accounting function. This role is remote, with onsite presence required only during month‑end close near Winona, MN. If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves in a fast‑moving environment and making meaningful process improvements, this is a fantastic opportunity. What You’ll Do • Lead cost accounting processes including inventory valuation, WIP tracking, product costing, and job costing • Manage month‑end close activities, with heavy involvement on Days 1–2 • Review and reconcile raw materials, finished goods, and overhead allocations • Analyze variances and provide clear, actionable insights to leadership • Partner closely with operations and finance to ensure accurate and timely financial data • Maintain and improve ERP data (Microsoft Navision and AS400 strongly preferred) • Document processes and support transition of work as needed • Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, or improve reporting and workflows What We're Looking For • 5+ years of cost accounting experience (senior cost accountant level or above) • Background in manufacturing or distribution required • Experience with Microsoft Navision and/or AS400 is a significant plus • Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred Why This Role Stands Out • Remote flexibility — onsite only during month‑end activities • High visibility with leadership and cross‑functional teams • Ability to modernize a function with many manual processes today • Stable business with long‑term growth plans • Opportunity to influence process, controls, and automation • Strong bonus potential, 10-15% #INMAR2026 #INAPR2026 #LI-HK1 #LI-Hybrid MaxSalary: USD110000 MinSalary: USD100000 Remote About the Company: CFS Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know. CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities. Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more. Company Size: 500 to 999 employees Industry: Financial Services Founded: 1994 Website: