Plant Cost Accountant

Job Title:
Plant Cost Accountant
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Plant Cost Accountant to join our client to support accurate financial decision making and operational performance within a manufacturing environment. This direct hire role partners closely with plant leadership to guide cost control, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement based in Jackson, Michigan, with regular onsite presence to stay connected to production activity.

The ideal candidate brings strong plant accounting expertise and a hands on approach to understanding manufacturing processes.
Compensation:
$120,000 to $130,000 per year plus annual bonus
Work Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Key Responsibilities of the Plant Cost Accountant:

• Partner with the Plant Manager and leadership team to deliver financial insight that supports operational and strategic decisions

• Oversee plant level cost accounting activities including inventory controls, capital tracking, and payroll review

• Manage month end close activities by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and performance analysis within established timelines

• Analyze labor efficiency, production variances, and spending trends to identify risks and improvement opportunities

• Maintain a regular presence on the plant floor and support interactions with internal stakeholders and visiting partners
Qualifications and Skills for the Plant Cost Accountant:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience

• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing or plant cost accounting within a continuous production environment

• Proven ability to perform month end close, reconciliations, and detailed operational analysis

• Experience working with ERP systems, with SAP strongly preferred, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office tools

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence leaders and work effectively across teams
Why Join Us?

This role offers meaningful exposure to plant leadership and the opportunity to make a visible impact on manufacturing performance. You will work in a collaborative environment that values financial insight and operational partnership. The position provides long term stability, competitive compensation, and professional growth within a complex production setting.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp to hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we have grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting and Finance, Call Center and Office Support, Human Resources, Sales and Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting