Director of Accounting (Manufacturing, Inventory & Cost)

Director of Manufacturing & Inventory Accounting Now recruiting on behalf of a large, multi-site, global manufacturing organization in Atlanta, GA to identify a Director of Manufacturing & Inventory Accounting. This leader will oversee global inventory accounting, plant financial performance, and cost management, while strengthening processes and controls across a complex operational footprint. The company offers stability, growth, hybrid flexibility and a great culture. The Director of Manufacturing & Inventory Accounting leads all aspects of inventory and manufacturing accounting, partnering closely with plant operations and supply chain to ensure accurate costing, reliable reporting, and strong financial oversight. The role will also play a key part in improving and scaling inventory processes across multiple locations. Responsibilities include: Lead inventory accounting, including standard costing, valuation, and variance analysis Oversee plant financials and provide insight into cost drivers, efficiency, and profitability Monitor manufacturing activity and resolve costing or inventory discrepancies across sites Strengthen internal controls and ensure SOX compliance across inventory processes Drive consistency and scalability of inventory accounting practices globally Serve as a key ERP finance partner, supporting reporting, process improvements, and system enhancements Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance leadership The right candidate for the Director of Manufacturing & Inventory Accounting position will have: 9-11+ years of experience in manufacturing, cost, or inventory accounting Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance; MBA helpful/preferred CPA or CMA designation Strong expertise in standard costing and inventory management within complex environments Experience leading multi-site (ideally global) manufacturing operations Hands-on large ERP experience; ability to leverage reporting and data insights Ability to travel 30-40% Track record of job stability and career progression, including serving at the Director level Note - considering Atlanta-based talent exclusively for this opportunity. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.