Creative Financial Staffing (CFS)
Senior Cost Accountant - High Growth Mfg. Company
Creative Financial Staffing (CFS), Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Senior Cost Accountant – High-Growth Manufacturing
Join to apply for the Senior Cost Accountant role at Creative Financial Staffing (CFS). Salary:
$100,000 – $120,000 base salary Work Model:
On-site | Arden Hills, MN Responsibilities
Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead Analyze cost variances and partner with operations to identify root causes and corrective actions Review inventory transactions, monitor reserves, and support cycle count processes Support new product costing, pricing impact analysis, and "make vs. buy" evaluations Prepare cost-related reporting packages and contribute to forecasting and budget support Collaborate cross-functionally to improve costing processes, reporting accuracy, and inventory control Assist with external audit preparation and compliance documentation Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with hands-on cost accounting responsibilities Strong understanding of standard cost systems, inventory accounting, and variance analysis ERP experience preferred (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.) Excellent Excel and analytical skills with a mindset for continuous improvement This is a newly created position within a high-growth, private equity–backed global manufacturing company that recently completed a successful carve-out from a larger organization. You’ll be part of a strategic finance buildout, working alongside leadership with a track record of scaling high-performing teams. You’ll have meaningful ownership of product costing, inventory analysis, and financial insights that directly impact decision-making. You’ll report into a collaborative leader who values development, autonomy, and practical innovation. The company is committed to building a world-class culture with opportunities for growth as the business expands globally.
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Join to apply for the Senior Cost Accountant role at Creative Financial Staffing (CFS). Salary:
$100,000 – $120,000 base salary Work Model:
On-site | Arden Hills, MN Responsibilities
Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead Analyze cost variances and partner with operations to identify root causes and corrective actions Review inventory transactions, monitor reserves, and support cycle count processes Support new product costing, pricing impact analysis, and "make vs. buy" evaluations Prepare cost-related reporting packages and contribute to forecasting and budget support Collaborate cross-functionally to improve costing processes, reporting accuracy, and inventory control Assist with external audit preparation and compliance documentation Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with hands-on cost accounting responsibilities Strong understanding of standard cost systems, inventory accounting, and variance analysis ERP experience preferred (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.) Excellent Excel and analytical skills with a mindset for continuous improvement This is a newly created position within a high-growth, private equity–backed global manufacturing company that recently completed a successful carve-out from a larger organization. You’ll be part of a strategic finance buildout, working alongside leadership with a track record of scaling high-performing teams. You’ll have meaningful ownership of product costing, inventory analysis, and financial insights that directly impact decision-making. You’ll report into a collaborative leader who values development, autonomy, and practical innovation. The company is committed to building a world-class culture with opportunities for growth as the business expands globally.
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