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Job Details:

Position Summary:

This role combines traditional cost accounting with daily engagement on the production floor to identify cost drivers, support continuous improvement, and improve operational efficiency. In addition to plant-level analysis, the individual will manage the claims process for vendor issues, ensuring proper resolution, tracking, and financial accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and manage standard cost data within the ERP system, including raw materials, ingredients, packaging, labor, and overheadEnsure the accuracy of product costing through validation of BOMs, routings, and labor assumptionsAnalyze weekly and monthly variances from standard cost and provide detailed reporting with root cause analysisServe as a daily presence on the production floor—observing processes, validating assumptions, and collaborating with operations, quality, and maintenance teamsPartner with operations to identify cost savings through waste reduction, yield improvement, labor efficiency, and other continuous improvement opportunitiesLead and manage the vendor claims process—documenting issues, coordinating with procurement and quality control, tracking claim status, and ensuring accurate financial treatmentSupport new product costing, customer pricing, and marketing initiatives through detailed cost analysisAssist in ERP system transitions, including data migration, testing, and go-live supportMonitor inventory control processes, support physical inventories, and ensure accurate accounting of obsolete or damaged goodsContribute to weekly performance reporting, budget preparation, and capital spending analysisSupport lean manufacturing initiatives and drive accountability around key KPIs such as yield, downtime, and labor efficiency

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (food or CPG preferred)Strong working knowledge of standard cost systems, variance analysis, and cost modelingExperience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Deacom, etc.)Proficient in Excel with strong analytical and data visualization skillsExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailStrong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work across departmentsComfortable spending regular time on the production floor as part of core responsibilitiesFamiliarity with lean manufacturing, process improvement, and root cause analysis

Preferred Attributes:

Experience managing claims related to vendor performance, quality, or deliveryAbility to balance accounting precision with real-world operations insightDemonstrated business acumen and initiative to drive process improvementsClear communicator who can translate financial data into actionable insights

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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