CareerPlan

Manager, Accounting

Adtran Huntsville HQ, USFull-time2026-10-26 → 2026-11-10

Core

Leading cost accounting and inventory accounting functions supporting global manufacturing operations, including standard costing, inventory valuation, and financial close.

Role type

Manager, Cost Accounting

Builds

Standard cost systems, inventory valuation models, executive margin reports, and financial close processes.

Domain

Manufacturing Finance / Cost Accounting

Required skills

Standard costing, Inventory accounting, Variance analysis, U.S. GAAP, SOX compliance, ERP proficiency, Financial planning, Budgeting, Journal entries, Reconciliations

Preferred skills

CPA or CMA certification, Telecommunications/electronics manufacturing experience, Global multi-site inventory management, Process automation, Leadership experience

Technologies

ERP Systems, Excel

Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory and cost accounting close processes; Analyze manufacturing, labor, purchase price, and overhead variances; Oversee inventory valuation, reserve calculations, and warranty accruals; Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations teams; Support audits and ensure SOX compliance; Lead continuous improvement initiatives and cost accounting staff.

Seniority

Manager, hands-on leadership