Senior Cost Accountant

Senior Cost Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Detroit, Michigan. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing inventory valuation, analyzing cost variances, and preparing financial reports that drive strategic decisions. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across various departments, including manufacturing, retail, and supply chain, to ensure accurate cost accounting and improve operational efficiency.

Responsibilities :

• Manage and reconcile inventory accounts across manufacturing, retail, and distribution operations to ensure consistent accuracy.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis, identify variances, and work with operational teams to address discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing variance analyses and financial reports related to inventory and cost of goods sold.
• Maintain up-to-date cost data and inventory valuations while overseeing cost roll processes.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and distribution teams to reconcile inventory transactions and monitor cycle counts.
• Prepare documentation and respond to external audit requests regarding inventory and cost accounting.
• Recommend and implement process improvements for inventory management and cost reporting.
• Provide financial insights to assist leadership in pricing strategies, forecasting profitability, and identifying cost reduction opportunities.

Requirements :

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