Cost Accounting Manager - Precious Metals
? North Attleboro, MA | ? Hybrid | ? $120,000 - $180,000 (DOE)
We are partnering with a well-established industrial manufacturer specializing in precious metal processing to hire a Cost Accounting Manager . This role will focus heavily on precious metals accounting, commodity costing, and manufacturing cost analysis within a complex pricing environment.
This position is ideal for someone who understands the unique financial nuances of commodities such as gold, silver, palladium, copper, aluminum, or steel , particularly where pricing fluctuates daily based on market indexes . The role will work closely with operations and finance leadership to ensure accurate costing, metals tracking, and financial analysis .
This position reports to the Controller , has one direct report , and will support operations at the North Attleboro, MA facility , with occasional travel to Pennsylvania ( approximately twice per year ).
Key Responsibilities
Manage cost accounting processes for precious metals and manufacturing operations
Monitor and maintain standard costing in a manufacturing environment
Analyze commodity-based pricing and invoicing tied to daily market indexes
Track and reconcile precious metals inventory and usage
Develop and maintain overhead rates and cost allocations
Perform gross margin analysis and cost variance analysis
Support general ledger activities related to cost accounting
Assist with budget development and financial forecasting
Work with operations to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting on the production floor
Support data analysis and reporting using advanced tools
Oversee and mentor one Metals Coordinator
Qualifications
Experience in cost accounting within manufacturing
Background working with precious metals (gold, silver, palladium) or other commodities such as copper, steel, or aluminum
Understanding of commodity pricing structures and index-based invoicing
Experience with standard costing in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of:
Overhead rate development
Gross margin analysis
General ledger and financial reporting
Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle (SAP preferred)
Strong data analysis and data management skills
Advanced proficiency in:
Excel
Access
Power BI
Experience with relational databases is a plus
Consignment metals / tolling experience is a plus
Additional Details
Salary: $120K - $180K depending on experience
Schedule: Hybrid (remote not available)
Location: North Attleboro, MA
Travel: Occasional travel to Pennsylvania (approximately twice per year)
Team: 1 direct report
Why This Role?
This position plays a critical role in a specialized manufacturing environment where precious metals and commodity markets drive costing and profitability . The organization has recently restructured the finance team following a leadership retirement and is investing in strong cost accounting expertise to support growth and operational accuracy .
If you have experience in manufacturing cost accounting combined with commodities or precious metals , this is a unique opportunity to apply that expertise in a highly
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