Senior Cost Accountant

The Senior Cost Accountant plays a critical role in the financial management of the Roanoke manufacturing facility by overseeing and optimizing cost-related processes. This position provides detailed cost analysis, inventory valuation, and operational insights to support decision-making and improve manufacturing efficiency. The role acts as a financial partner to plant leadership and department managers, helping translate operational performance into actionable financial strategy.

Conduct in-depth cost analysis across materials, direct labor, indirect labor, overhead, and inventory valuation.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities and recommend strategies to lower the cost to produce our windows and doors.
• Prepare and analyze monthly plant financial results, including variance analysis versus plan and prior periods.
• Support the development, monitoring, and analysis of annual operating budgets and financial forecasts.
• Ensure proper inventory valuation, controls, and compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Prepare clear, consistent financial reporting for plant leadership and departmental managers.
• Facilitate monthly financial review meetings with plant and departmental leadership, highlighting financial performance, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide insights into cost trends, operational drivers, and financial risks to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with operations, supply chain and other departments to gather data and insights for accurate cost analysis.
• Establish annual labor and overhead rates for complete and accurate absorption of costs
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures and preparation of financial presentations. Perform account reconciliations and manual journal entries as needed.

• Strong foundation in cost accounting, manufacturing finance, and financial analysis.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing operations, standard costing, and inventory management.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial leaders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High level of ownership, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and data
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with accounting and ERP systems
• Ability to plan/ facilitate meetings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred
• Proven experience as a Cost Analyst or similar role, with 5-7 years of relevant experience

From people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities.

For more than a century, we've been at the forefront of designing, building, and engineering premium, award-winning products. Today, Marvin is also proud to have been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine two years in a row, in 2024 and 2025. With operations in 19 cities across North America, we manufacture Marvin's quality products, including Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors, and TruStile Doors.

Together, we uphold our values and foster a culture where safety and the wellbeing of our people comes first. We take a better living approach with benefits to support you at work and beyond. From day one, you will enjoy health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!

Some of our unique and most popular benefits include:

• $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy
• Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
• Annual profit sharing - recognizing everyone's contribution to Marvin's success
• Giving at Marvin - participate in organized volunteer opportunities
• Brighter Days Fund - financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships

Join the more than 8,000 Marvin team members to experience these benefits and more. Apply today!

Marvin is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process may contact us at CareerSupport@marvin.com.