Manager, Accounting
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LocationAdtran Huntsville HQ
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentCost Accounting
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience in manufacturing
Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing operations, and U.S. GAAP
Experience supporting complex manufacturing operations and global supply chains
ERP proficiency and advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities
CPA and/or CMA certification
Experience in telecommunications, electronics manufacturing, or technology hardware industries
Experience with global manufacturing operations and multi-site inventory management
Knowledge of SOX compliance and process automation
Prior leadership experience
Skills
ERP
Excel
Welcome!
Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities!
Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you’ve had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!
Thanks for your interest in working on our team!
About the role
Job Summary
The Manager, Cost Accounting is responsible for leading all cost accounting and inventory
accounting functions supporting ADTRAN’s global manufacturing operations. This position
oversees standard costing, inventory valuation, manufacturing cost analysis, reserves
management, and financial close activities while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX
requirements, and company policies.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory and cost accounting close processes.
• Maintain and enhance standard cost systems.
• Analyze manufacturing, labor, purchase price, and overhead variances.
• Oversee inventory valuation, reserve calculations, cycle count adjustments, and warranty
accruals.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning activities.
• Develop executive reporting related to margins, inventory metrics, and manufacturing
performance.
• Support audits and ensure SOX compliance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and cost accounting staff.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing operations, and U.S.
GAAP.
• Experience supporting complex manufacturing operations and global supply chains.
• ERP proficiency and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Nice to have
Preferred Qualifications
• CPA and/or CMA certification.
• Experience in telecommunications, electronics manufacturing, or technology hardware industries.
• Experience with global manufacturing operations and multi-site inventory management.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and process automation.
• Prior leadership experience.
Skills & Competencies
• Cost Accounting & Standard Costing
• Manufacturing Finance
• Inventory Accounting & Controls
• Variance Analysis & Margin Management
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• ERP Systems & Process Optimization
• SOX Compliance & Internal Controls
• Leadership & Team Development
• Strategic Business Partnership
• Data Analytics & Financial Modeling
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Executive Communication