Powering Up Profitability: Cost Accounting for Manufacturing

 
Event Detail
  • Date
  • October 22, 2026
  • 8:30 – 10 a.m. ET
  • Location
  • Worcester, MA
  • Hosting, Speaking
  • Recommended CPE
  • 1 CPE credit, Accounting
Speakers

Speakers


Join us for an in-person event focused on how cost accounting can help manufacturing organizations better understand profitability and make more informed business decisions.

We’ll explore the key drivers of profit, including labor, material, and overhead absorption, walk through study methodology and implementation considerations. We’ll also share an executive checklist, action planning tips, and real-world case studies to help you put insights into action.

At the end of the session, you’ll be able to:

  • Identify labor and overhead cost structures
  • Identify root causes of margin leakage
  • Discuss absorption rates and variances
  • Recall ways to apply methodology to improve profitability
  • Discuss the information that will help you make informed operational decisions

Who should attend

This session is designed for CEOs, CFOs, controllers, finance directors, and other decision makers in manufacturing companies.

Schedule

8:30 – 9 a.m. — Registration and breakfast
9 – 10 a.m. — Session

Location

Mercantile Center
100 Front Street, 19th Floor
Worcester, MA 01608

Questions?

Contact CLA’s meetings, events, and experience team at CLAevents@CLAconnect.com.

CPE

Recommended CPE: 1 credit, Accounting
Prerequisites: None
Program level: Overview
Advance preparation: None
Delivery method: Group Live

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