Senior Cost Accounting Consultant
Grand Rapids, MI
$90,000 – $120,000
Full Time | M-F | Hybrid 3 days / week remote
Our client, a global leader in advanced manufacturing and technology solutions, is seeking a Senior Cost Accounting Consultant to support a high-impact engagement at their Grand Rapids location. Known for innovation, precision, and a strong footprint, this organization offers a fast-paced environment where finance plays a key role in driving business performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned cost accounting professional who thrives in complex, high-volume manufacturing settings.
Position Overview
This consultant will play a critical role in supporting month-end close, cost accounting processes, and operational finance initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing cost accounting experience, a hands-on approach, and the ability to partner cross-functionally across operations and finance.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Cost Accounting Support
- Support a 4-4-5 close schedule, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
- Assist with June month-end activities
Product Costing
- Partner with materials and operations teams to establish and maintain standard costs
- Apply and validate overhead rates
- Ensure costing data aligns with financial reporting
- Perform monthly and ad hoc cost analysis
Inventory Accounting & Reconciliation
- Perform sub-ledger to general ledger reconciliations
- Manage inventory valuation and reserve analysis (excess/obsolete)
- Support FIFO/LIFO inventory methodologies
Operational KPI Reporting
- Track and analyze key metrics including purchase price variance, overhead, and operational performance
- Deliver actionable insights to support decision-making
Cross-Functional Partnership
- Collaborate with Operations, FP&A, and budget owners on forecasting, budgeting, and expense control
- Provide financial guidance and analysis to support business initiatives
Qualifications
Required:
- Senior-level experience in manufacturing cost accounting (high-volume environment)
- Strong understanding of standard cost systems and cost refresh processes
- Experience with inventory valuation, reserves, and reconciliations
- Advanced Excel skills with ability to manage and analyze large datasets
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
Preferred:
- Prior management or leadership experience
- Experience with SOX compliance
- MBA or advanced degree
- Strong variance analysis experience
- Experience with Oracle ERP
- Familiarity with Power BI
- Experience with FIFO/LIFO inventory methodologies
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