Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join their team. This role is pivotal in applying cost accounting principles to deliver comprehensive cost insights, not captured by general accounting systems. The successful candidate will be the primary person responsible for bill of material, costing, and inventory transaction reporting. If you have a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail, this is your chance to make a significant impact on our client's financial health and operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct studies to determine costs of business activities, such as process, labor, and material management.
• Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services to determine effects on cost.
• Prepare reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs and provide management with insights on pricing and profitability factors.
• Report on variances related to labor, material, and variable overhead.
• Maintain and review the cost accounting system and prepare month-end financial reports.
• Assist in physical inventory valuations and audits, and serve as a backup for purchase requisition approvals.
• Support annual audit preparations and update and maintain part numbers, routings, and bill of materials (BOMs).
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the finance department.

Titles Encouraged to Apply:

• Financial Analyst
• Accounting Specialist
• Cost Analyst
• Manufacturing Accountant
• Inventory Accountant
• Financial Controller
• Cost Control Analyst

Qualifications:

• Proven ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with great attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of communicating across departments and locations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents.
• Proficient in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various groups.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• At least two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills:

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Preferred IT system programming skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Cost Accountant in manufacturing: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person