OERTZENGroup
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Our client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Cost Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This role will be responsible for overseeing and analyzing cost expenditures related to our manufacturing processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision‑making across multiple manufacturing plants. The ideal candidate will have 5‑10 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and possess strong expertise in SAP FI/CO modules.
Responsibilities
Perform regular analysis of manufacturing costs, including labor, materials, and overhead, to support management reporting and the development of standard costs and inventory valuation.
Execute periodic standard cost updates in SAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
Monitor and analyze inventory variances, purchase price variances, and production variances, providing actionable insights to operations management.
Work closely with Procurement to identify savings opportunities and aid in negotiations with vendors.
Maintain cost center structure in line with current operations and develop labor and machine rates for production cost centers.
Conduct month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including preparation of manufacturing variances, margin analyses, and inventory reconciliations.
Collaborate with operations, engineering and procurement teams to ensure accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routers, and to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Participate in the preparation of annual operating budgets, including standard product cost development, volume analysis, and raw material pricing.
Develop and maintain reporting by product line and profit center, including allocations and variance reports for management.
Direct and monitor physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and internal policies, maintaining accurate documentation for audits.
Support cross‑functional teams in financial budgeting, forecasting, and ad‑hoc reporting as needed.
Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation during annual audits.
Travel up to 10% of the time.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited university.
Experience: 5‑10 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Technical Skills: Expert proficiency in SAP FI/CO modules, including Product Costing, Cost Center Accounting, and Profitability Analysis.
Prior experience with SAP S/4HANA is a plus.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and analysis.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and their integration with manufacturing processes.
Certifications: CPA, CMA, or related certification preferred but not required.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a high attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and cross‑functional teams.
Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Team player with a commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration.
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles is essential. Knowledge of manufacturing improvement principles such as 5S, Kaizen, or Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Accounting
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Responsibilities
Perform regular analysis of manufacturing costs, including labor, materials, and overhead, to support management reporting and the development of standard costs and inventory valuation.
Execute periodic standard cost updates in SAP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
Monitor and analyze inventory variances, purchase price variances, and production variances, providing actionable insights to operations management.
Work closely with Procurement to identify savings opportunities and aid in negotiations with vendors.
Maintain cost center structure in line with current operations and develop labor and machine rates for production cost centers.
Conduct month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including preparation of manufacturing variances, margin analyses, and inventory reconciliations.
Collaborate with operations, engineering and procurement teams to ensure accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routers, and to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Participate in the preparation of annual operating budgets, including standard product cost development, volume analysis, and raw material pricing.
Develop and maintain reporting by product line and profit center, including allocations and variance reports for management.
Direct and monitor physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and internal policies, maintaining accurate documentation for audits.
Support cross‑functional teams in financial budgeting, forecasting, and ad‑hoc reporting as needed.
Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation during annual audits.
Travel up to 10% of the time.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited university.
Experience: 5‑10 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Technical Skills: Expert proficiency in SAP FI/CO modules, including Product Costing, Cost Center Accounting, and Profitability Analysis.
Prior experience with SAP S/4HANA is a plus.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and analysis.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and their integration with manufacturing processes.
Certifications: CPA, CMA, or related certification preferred but not required.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a high attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and cross‑functional teams.
Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Team player with a commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration.
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles is essential. Knowledge of manufacturing improvement principles such as 5S, Kaizen, or Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Accounting
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