Senior Cost Accountant
Company: Creative Financial Staffing
Location: Janesville
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Senior Cost Accountant We are seeking a Senior Cost Accountant
with a specialized focus on Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP)
implementation. This role is pivotal in overseeing the integration
of MRP systems, ensuring accurate cost accounting practices, and
optimizing manufacturing processes. WHY TO CONSIDER THIS
OPPORTUNITY: Division of a Publicly Traded Organization Offers a
$13,000 Annual Scholarship Opportunity for ALL Employees Large
Company Things but Small Company Feel Strong Leadership in Place
Great Working Schedule - Every other Friday OFF RESPONSIBLITIES of
SENIOR COST ACCOUNTANT: MRP Implementation and Integration: Lead
the implementation of MRP systems, collaborating closely with IT,
operations, and finance teams. Customize MRP modules to align with
specific manufacturing processes and business needs. Ensure
seamless integration of MRP 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 MRP utilization, identifying
opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements. Conduct
regular reviews of MRP data integrity and resolve discrepancies
promptly. 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. Training and
Support: Train end-users on MRP functionality and provide ongoing
support to ensure effective system utilization. Serve as a subject
matter expert on MRP-related inquiries and issues. Requirements for
the Senior Cost Accountant: Bachelor's degree in Accounting,
Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Proven experience (3-5 years) in cost accounting within a
manufacturing environment. Demonstrated expertise in implementing
and managing ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft
Dynamics). Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 ZRCFS
Keywords: Creative Financial Staffing, Oak Park , Senior Cost Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Janesville, Illinois
