Cost Accounting Manager

Job ID:  524182

Exempt

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to play a critical role in strengthening and transforming our manufacturing cost accounting capabilities. This position will lead the implementation and ongoing optimization of an SAP based cost accounting system while partnering closely with operations to ensure accurate, actionable cost information across the business.
This role is ideal for a hands on finance leader with deep manufacturing cost experience who thrives in environments undergoing change and who can bridge the gap between accounting, systems, and plant operations. Experience in continuous flow manufacturing—such as PVC pipe, plastics, chemicals, or other process industries—is strongly preferred.

Job Location

• This position is based in Endicott, NY, Colfax, NC, or Atlanta, GA.  

Job Responsibilities

Cost Accounting Leadership

• Lead the design, implementation, and stabilization of a robust manufacturing cost accounting framework within SAP.
• Develop and maintain standard costing methodologies, including product cost structures, routings, and bills of material.
• Own manufacturing cost standards and conduct detailed variance analysis (material, labor, overhead, yield, scrap).
• Ensure cost information accurately reflects operational realities in a continuous‑process environment.

SAP & Systems Implementation

• Serve as the finance process owner for cost accounting within SAP.
• Partner with IT, operations, and external resources to configure and optimize SAP manufacturing and costing modules.
• Establish strong governance around cost master data, cost centers, and production postings.
• Reduce reliance on manual workarounds and spreadsheets by driving system‑based solutions.

Manufacturing Partnership & Change Management

• Act as a change leader, helping operations and plant leadership adopt new costing processes and tools.
• Translate complex accounting concepts into practical insights for non‑finance stakeholders.
• Provide cost analysis and modeling to support pricing, capital investments, process improvements, and margin management.
• Build credibility with plant and operations teams through regular engagement and on‑site presence as needed.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead and mentor cost accounting and plant finance resources (directly or indirectly).
• Support the development of scalable processes and internal capabilities as the organization grows.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in standard cost accounting and variance analysis.
• Demonstrated experience working in SAP within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven ability to lead process and system change across functions.

Preferred

• Experience in continuous‑flow or process manufacturing (PVC pipe, plastics, chemicals, metals, paper, food processing, etc.).
• Prior involvement in a cost accounting system implementation or major redesign.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or similar professional credential.
• Experience partnering closely with plant operations and supply chain teams.

Compensation

• Yearly Target Salary is $120,000.00-140,000.00
• Yearly target bonus up to 15%
• 401(k) plan​ / group retirement savings program​
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits​​
• Life insurance​
• Health, dental, and vision insurance​
• Paid time off ​
• Paid holidays

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. 

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