Manager, Cost Accounting

IGT

Cost Accounting Manager overseeing all aspects of standard costing and inventory valuation for IGT. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial transparency and process improvements.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeReno • Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) savings plan with company contributions
medical, dental, and vision insurance
life and disability coverage
paid time off
tuition reimbursement
wellness programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

cost accountingstandard costinginventory valuationfinancial reportingdata analysisprocess improvementbudgetingforecastingdashboard buildingreporting tools

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solvingcommunication skillscollaborationrelationship buildingleadershipcross-functional teamworkorganizational skillsattention to detailroot cause analysis