Aston Carter
Position: Purchasing Agent/Cost Accountant at Aston Carter.
Cost Accounting Functions
Create and update manufacturing bills of material (BOMs) for products, including periodic updates for changes in materials, suppliers, costs, and scrap usage.
Periodically compare and analyze standard versus actual production, labor and overhead costs, coordinating changes with the CFO.
Ensure accurate classification of manufacturing facility expenses under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Organize and participate in physical inventory counts, summarizing results for management.
Investigate discrepancies in financial records and perform month‑end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations, as directed by the CFO.
Perform other functions and tasks assigned by the CFO.
Purchasing Agent Functions
Prepare, distribute, and monitor standalone and blanket purchase orders (POs) to ensure timely supply and resupply of materials based on supplier and consultant quotes, in close coordination with the VP of Manufacturing and Distribution, CFO, and Director of R&D.
Maintain close contact with suppliers to adjust delivery schedules as necessary.
Authorize vendor payments and maintain purchasing and inventory records.
Recommend primary supply purchases and alternative options to reduce costs, improve quality, or stabilize the supply chain.
Perform other functions and tasks assigned by the VP‑M&D or CFO.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, operations or equivalent experience in an accounting and/or purchasing role.
Understanding of GAAP.
Critical thinking and decision‑making skills based on data analysis.
Strong Excel skills and prior experience with NetSuite ERP helpful.
Excellent communication skills with stakeholders.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 – $38.50 per hour.
Benefits may include:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan (pre‑tax and Roth contributions)
Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
Short- and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off / vacation or sick leave
Workplace Type Fully onsite position in Ann Arbor, MI.
Application Deadline Position anticipates closing on November 12, 2025.
About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and selective administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are a publicly recognized Best of Staffing® double diamond winner.
The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com.
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Cost Accounting Functions
Create and update manufacturing bills of material (BOMs) for products, including periodic updates for changes in materials, suppliers, costs, and scrap usage.
Periodically compare and analyze standard versus actual production, labor and overhead costs, coordinating changes with the CFO.
Ensure accurate classification of manufacturing facility expenses under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Organize and participate in physical inventory counts, summarizing results for management.
Investigate discrepancies in financial records and perform month‑end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations, as directed by the CFO.
Perform other functions and tasks assigned by the CFO.
Purchasing Agent Functions
Prepare, distribute, and monitor standalone and blanket purchase orders (POs) to ensure timely supply and resupply of materials based on supplier and consultant quotes, in close coordination with the VP of Manufacturing and Distribution, CFO, and Director of R&D.
Maintain close contact with suppliers to adjust delivery schedules as necessary.
Authorize vendor payments and maintain purchasing and inventory records.
Recommend primary supply purchases and alternative options to reduce costs, improve quality, or stabilize the supply chain.
Perform other functions and tasks assigned by the VP‑M&D or CFO.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, operations or equivalent experience in an accounting and/or purchasing role.
Understanding of GAAP.
Critical thinking and decision‑making skills based on data analysis.
Strong Excel skills and prior experience with NetSuite ERP helpful.
Excellent communication skills with stakeholders.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 – $38.50 per hour.
Benefits may include:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan (pre‑tax and Roth contributions)
Life Insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
Short- and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off / vacation or sick leave
Workplace Type Fully onsite position in Ann Arbor, MI.
Application Deadline Position anticipates closing on November 12, 2025.
About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and selective administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are a publicly recognized Best of Staffing® double diamond winner.
The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com.
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