Entry Level Cost Accounting Manager Jobs
New grad cost accounting manager jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to their first professional role, where strong internship work or a focused academic project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Medical Devices, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Terumo, Revance Therapeutics, and BD hiring at this level now.
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Job details:
Cost Accountant | Quakertown, PA | Stellar benefits!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlin Pohl
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Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 per year
A bit about us:
Join a growing manufacturing organization where you'll play a critical role in driving financial accuracy, inventory integrity, and operational decision-making. This position partners closely with Accounting, Operations, and Leadership teams to analyze production costs, manage inventory reporting, maintain fixed assets, and support monthly financial reporting.
Why join us?
Stellar Benefits
401K
Exceptional reputation
Job Details
Cost Accounting & Inventory Management:
- Analyze and reconcile raw material and finished goods inventory across multiple business units.
- Monitor inventory transactions, production activity, manufacturing expenses, and intercompany transfers.
- Maintain labor, overhead, and manufacturing cost rates used in product costing.
- Lead and coordinate physical inventory counts, investigate variances, and ensure inventory accuracy.
- Prepare monthly inventory analyses, usage reports, trend reports, and manufacturing performance metrics.
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Generate divisional income statements, margin reports, and manufacturing financial reports.
- Analyze gross profit trends and report significant variances to leadership.
- Prepare accruals, journal entries, rebates, commissions, and other month-end accounting activities.
- Support the monthly close process and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Fixed Asset Accounting:
- Track capital projects and asset additions from acquisition through depreciation.
- Assign asset classifications, determine depreciation methods, and maintain fixed asset records.
- Reconcile fixed asset accounts and prepare monthly depreciation entries.
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax depreciation regulations.
Payroll & Sales Accounting Support:
- Process payroll-related journal entries and maintain departmental allocations.
- Reconcile sales and cost of goods sold accounts and post necessary adjustments.
- Prepare customer rebate calculations and monthly sales reporting.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, product costing, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to collaborate across Accounting, Operations, HR, and Leadership teams.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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INTRODUCTION
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Job details:
Cost Accountant | Quakertown, PA | Stellar benefits!
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlin Pohl
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 per year
A bit about us:
Join a growing manufacturing organization where you'll play a critical role in driving financial accuracy, inventory integrity, and operational decision-making. This position partners closely with Accounting, Operations, and Leadership teams to analyze production costs, manage inventory reporting, maintain fixed assets, and support monthly financial reporting.
Why join us?
Stellar Benefits
401K
Exceptional reputation
Job Details
Cost Accounting & Inventory Management:
- Analyze and reconcile raw material and finished goods inventory across multiple business units.
- Monitor inventory transactions, production activity, manufacturing expenses, and intercompany transfers.
- Maintain labor, overhead, and manufacturing cost rates used in product costing.
- Lead and coordinate physical inventory counts, investigate variances, and ensure inventory accuracy.
- Prepare monthly inventory analyses, usage reports, trend reports, and manufacturing performance metrics.
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Generate divisional income statements, margin reports, and manufacturing financial reports.
- Analyze gross profit trends and report significant variances to leadership.
- Prepare accruals, journal entries, rebates, commissions, and other month-end accounting activities.
- Support the monthly close process and ensure accurate financial reporting.
Fixed Asset Accounting:
- Track capital projects and asset additions from acquisition through depreciation.
- Assign asset classifications, determine depreciation methods, and maintain fixed asset records.
- Reconcile fixed asset accounts and prepare monthly depreciation entries.
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax depreciation regulations.
Payroll & Sales Accounting Support:
- Process payroll-related journal entries and maintain departmental allocations.
- Reconcile sales and cost of goods sold accounts and post necessary adjustments.
- Prepare customer rebate calculations and monthly sales reporting.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, product costing, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
- Ability to collaborate across Accounting, Operations, HR, and Leadership teams.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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Entry Level Cost Accounting Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level cost accounting manager job?
Entry level cost accounting manager roles reward candidates who demonstrate hands-on exposure to cost analysis, variance reporting, or inventory accounting, even through internships or coursework projects. Employers at this level look for proficiency in spreadsheet tools, familiarity with ERP systems, and an understanding of cost allocation principles. A well-organized work sample or internship reference can set you apart from other applicants with similar academic backgrounds.
Which companies hire entry level cost accounting managers?
Companies hiring entry level cost accounting managers right now include Terumo, Revance Therapeutics, and BD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of manufacturers, distribution companies, and large enterprise employers who maintain dedicated cost accounting functions and bring in junior staff to support their accounting teams.
Are there remote entry level cost accounting manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles remain common at this stage. About 13% of entry level cost accounting manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting demand from employers who can support distributed accounting teams. Remote openings at the entry level often still require occasional on-site availability during close periods or onboarding.
Are these new grad cost accounting manager jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically mentions zero to two years of experience, accepts internship work as qualifying experience, or notes that a strong academic background or portfolio project will be considered. Look for language like 'recent graduate welcome' or 'training provided' as clear signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level cost accounting managers?
Entry Level cost accounting manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Medical Devices, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they carry high volumes of inventory, production, or project costs that require dedicated staff to track, allocate, and report on a regular basis.