Manufacturing Cost Optimization Lead

Tecomet Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tecomet Inc. in Lansing, MI, is seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to provide insights into manufacturing variances, overhead, and inventory. You will identify cost-saving opportunities and work with engineering, supply chain, and shop floor teams to resolve inefficiencies and improve margins.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, large‑dataset Excel work, and ERP‑based costing to drive cost improvements and accurate forecasting. A strong cross‑functional teammate is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or similar; 3–5 years in manufacturing cost accounting preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and large dataset manipulation; strong GAAP knowledge for manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory and cost accounting; ERP experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze standard and actual costs for manufacturing variances and prepare reports.
• Liaise with production teams to review variances, identify root causes and implement countermeasures.
• Provide financial support for cost improvement projects and track results.
• Analyze purchase price variance and report opportunities to Supply Chain.
• Partner with quoting team on product cost and profitability analyses for quotes.
• Provide margin analysis on new products and report gaps between actual and quoted margins.
• Prepare reports comparing actual vs budgeted operational costs and track reductions.
• Analyze inventory trends and projections to reduce balance sheet risk.
• Maintain productivity reporting and collaborate with Operations on errors and inefficiencies.
• Contribute to special projects as required.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Tecomet Inc. in Lansing, MI, is seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to provide insights into manufacturing variances, overhead, and inventory. You will identify cost-saving opportunities and work with engineering, supply chain, and shop floor teams to resolve inefficiencies and improve margins.

The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, large‑dataset Excel work, and ERP‑based costing to drive cost improvements and accurate forecasting. A strong cross‑functional teammate is essential for success.