Cost Accounting Manager

Ardent Mills

. Lead execution and end-to-end ownership of inventory accounting, weigh-ups, valuation, commodity accounting, manufacturing financial reporting, and control activities across assigned operations .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $128,300 - $153,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge in inventory accounting, manufacturing accounting, and commodity accounting while ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. Proven ability to lead process improvements, mentor teams, and communicate complex financial concepts effectively across organizational levels.

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Inventory AccountingManufacturing AccountingFinancial ControlsProcess ImprovementCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Commodity AccountingRisk ManagementERP EnvironmentsFinancial ReportingAccounting Processes

Soft Skills

LeadershipProject ManagementCoachingCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Reporting ToolsAutomationSelf-Service AnalyticsAI Capabilities

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMA

Industry Keywords

GAAP ComplianceInventory ValuationManufacturing Financial ReportingControl ActivitiesAudit Support

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead execution and end-to-end ownership of inventory accounting, weigh-ups, valuation, commodity accounting, manufacturing financial reporting, and control activities across assigned operations
Establish consistent execution of inventory accounting and valuation
Oversee month-end and year-end close activities related to inventory, commodity accounting, manufacturing accounting, and related balance sheet accounts
Evaluate control deficiencies, process risks, and accounting issues; recommend remediation plans and lead implementation
Oversee valuation of commodity inventories and related liabilities
Monitor inventory accuracy, adjustment activity, count results, and reconciliation differences
Partner with Operations, FP&A, and Finance leadership to evaluate manufacturing performance trends, inventory risks, commodity market impacts, and financial results
Drive standardization, simplification, scalability, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support transformational changes to ERP, data, manufacturing execution, upstream plant processes, reporting, and accounting processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
Support audits and coordinate external audit requests related to inventory and manufacturing accounting
Use reporting tools, automation, self-service analytics, and emerging AI capabilities to improve data quality, controls, speed, and decision support
Translate manufacturing, inventory, and commodity results into narratives, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions
Align priorities across facilities and connect Cost Accounting decisions to enterprise outcomes
Maintain documentation standards, cross-training, succession depth, and reduced key-person dependency across the Cost Accounting team
Mentor and coach the Cost Accounting team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree OR equivalent experience
8+ years of relevant experience
Experience developing and implementing accounting processes, controls, and process improvements
CPA preferred; CMA considered for candidates with significant manufacturing accounting leadership experience
Experience supporting complex ERP environments and process transformation initiatives preferred
Advanced knowledge of inventory accounting, manufacturing accounting, commodity accounting, financial controls, and risk management
Ability to assess risks and prioritize resources across multiple facilities, processes, and initiatives
Ability to evaluate operational and financial performance trends across multiple facilities and identify enterprise risks, improvement opportunities, and emerging business issues
Ability to develop teams through coaching, mentorship, and professional development
Ability to lead change and drive adoption of improved processes and controls
Ability to communicate complex financial and operational concepts to stakeholders at varying organizational levels
Ability to build partnerships across Operations, Finance, FP&A, and related functions
Strong leadership, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to drive scalability, simplification, and continuous improvement within a growing accounting organization
Experience in delivering measurable outcomes such as cycle time, first-pass quality, recurring issue reduction, control performance, and realization of automation benefits
Up to 5% travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional earning potential commensurate with experience
Targeted annual MIP bonus of 15%
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
Life and Disability Programs
Voluntary Benefit Programs
Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
Retirement Savings with Company Match
Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)
Hybrid work arrangement