Senior Cost Accountant

Company: Creative Financial Staffing
Location: Fort Atkinson
Posted on: June 24, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Cost Accountant We are seeking a Senior Cost Accountant with the goal of advancing. This role is pivotal in overseeing the new ERP Software and ensuring accurate cost accounting practices, and optimizing manufacturing processes. WHY TO CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY: Division of a Publicly Traded Organization Large Company Things but Small Company Feel Strong Leadership in Place Opportunity to Grow! RESPONSIBLITIES of SENIOR COST ACCOUNTANT: ERP Implementation and Integration: Lead the implementation of ERP, collaborating closely with IT, operations, and finance teams. Customize ERP modules to align with specific manufacturing processes and business needs. Ensure seamless integration of ERP with existing ERP and financial systems. Cost Accounting Management: Develop and maintain standard cost models for materials, labor, and overhead. Analyze manufacturing variances and provide insights to improve cost efficiencies. Implement cost accounting methodologies to accurately capture production costs. Process Optimization: Streamline manufacturing processes through ERP utilization, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements. Reporting and Variance Analysis: Prepare financial reports related to manufacturing costs, variances, and performance metrics. Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on cost analysis to support strategic decision-making. Requirements for the Senior Cost Accountant: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred. Proven experience (3 years) in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated expertise in implementing and managing ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics). Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 Base Bonus LI-AE1 LI-Onsite

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