Cost Accounting Manager

Taylor Corporation has big plans for the future and we need talented leaders to get us there. We power the world’s leading brands ― and our employees’ careers ― by unlocking potential everywhere we see it. If you love to lead, are open to new ideas and inspire the best in others, we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for professionals like you.

Want to be part of something powerful? It’s time to look at Taylor.

• →Establish and maintain consistent cost accounting policies, procedures, controls, and reporting practices
• →Lead costing activities, including setting annual labor, variable overhead, and fixed overhead rates, reviewing manufacturing variances, and inventory valuation
• →Monitor cost and inventory results, identify trends and issues, and partner with business teams to resolve root causes
• →Serve as a Finance subject matter expert for Oracle cost accounting and related manufacturing and inventory processes
• →Partner across Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Information Technology to improve processes, strengthen controls, and support Oracle system enhancements
• →Provide analysis and insights into manufacturing costs, variances, inventory, and operational performance to support business decisions
• →Develop scalable cost accounting practices that can be leveraged as additional Taylor businesses transition to Oracle
• →Support financial close, financial controls, and internal and external audit requirements related to manufacturing costs and inventory

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant experience in manufacturing cost accounting
• Strong knowledge of costing, manufacturing variances, inventory valuation, material, labor, overhead, and period-end cost accounting
• Demonstrated experience developing, improving, or standardizing cost accounting processes
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial controls
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and resolve complex accounting, process, data, and system issues
• Demonstrated ability to build effective partnerships across Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, and Information Technology
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex accounting and system concepts into practical business solutions

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. 

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP and/or Oracle Cost Management
• Experience establishing or redesigning manufacturing cost accounting processes as part of an ERP implementation or transformation
• Experience supporting multiple manufacturing locations or business units
• CPA or CMA certification and/or MBA