Manager Cost Accounting I

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Short Description

We are seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our global operation. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and reliable product standard costing, supporting operational decision-making, and driving financial transparency.

The Cost Accounting Manager will oversee all aspects of standard costing, inventory valuation, and manufacturing variance analysis. This position partners closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Finance teams to improve processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and support strategic initiatives. The successful candidate will also act as a subject matter expert for ERP costing processes and help drive system and reporting improvements.

Location: Reno, Nevada

Responsibilities

• Lead the cost accounting function through month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage the development, maintenance, and accuracy of standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances (PPV, labor productivity, absorption, overhead spending) and partner with operational teams to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods, and inventory in transit.
• Partner with FP&A to support forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning activities.
• Develop reports and financial reporting packages to support plant and executive leadership.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to optimize item structures and work definitions to support reliable standard costing.
• Lead cycle count and annual physical inventory processes while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance costing accuracy, reporting efficiency, and internal controls.
• Support business case development for capital investments and make-vs-buy decisions.
• Build strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to support operational and financial success.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with SAP system.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience building dashboards and reporting tools.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, and inventory valuation principles.
• Proven ability to improve processes and implement system enhancements.
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present financial information.
  
  

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership
  
  

IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including skills, experience, education, and geographic location. These factors may result in variation in starting pay. The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $110,000 – $120,000 USD, based on a good-faith assessment at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary. IGT complies with all applicable pay transparency and compensation laws and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is one component of IGT’s total rewards program. Depending on the role, employees may be eligible for bonus or commission opportunities. IGT also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include a 401(k) savings plan with company contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and other wellness programs, subject to eligibility requirements.

IGT is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com .