Cost Accountant

Costing Specialist

Base pay range: $75,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types:
Annual Bonus; permanent salary of $75-90k with bonus potential.

Join us as an ERP Costing Specialist and play a critical role in shaping our global costing strategy through data‑driven insights and ERP system expertise. This role is ideal for an analytical professional who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and excels in process optimization across global operations.

• Manage global product costing processes within ERP systems (SAP, M3/M4, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar).
• Coordinate monthly cost rollups; perform manual re‑rolls and validate cost updates for accuracy.
• Evaluate and update routing, bill of materials (BOM), and cost models to ensure proper alignment with operational standards.
• Maintain and analyze transfer pricing data, ensuring compliance with internal controls and global standards.
• Provide ERP technical support and training to end users, including onboarding and advanced cost analysis sessions.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Operations to improve system functionality and user experience.
• Develop, test, and document enhancements or customizations to product costing modules.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cost‑related discrepancies while implementing long‑term corrective solutions.
• Prepare and maintain internal control documentation for costing and ERP processes.
• Partner with leadership on cost improvement initiatives and margin analysis projects.

• Manufacturing industry experience (cost accountant, general accountant, financial analyst, financial systems analyst, etc).
• Excellent analytical skills.
• ERP system experience.
• Understanding of cost principles (cost rollups, BOMs, routings, etc).

• Standard cost.
• Infor or M3 ERP system.
• Power BI.
• Chat GPT or other AI tools/skills.
• Process improvement experience (process mapping).

• Experience with manufacturing cost optimization and continuous improvement projects.
• Knowledge of business process reengineering and ERP system implementation or upgrades.
• Experience in global or multi‑site manufacturing environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of hands‑on experience with ERP product costing modules in manufacturing (SAP CO, Oracle Costing, JD Edwards, or equivalent).
• Understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and manufacturing accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling); experience with Power BI or data analytics tools a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to map, document, and improve business processes within ERP environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical users.
• Experience managing master data related to routings, BOMs, and cost centers.
• Familiarity with GAAP and internal control frameworks (SOX compliance experience desirable).
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

Associate

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing

Manufacturing and Plastics Manufacturing

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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