Senior Cost Accountant

TemperPack; Lansing Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

TemperPack in Lansing, MI is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to lead site finance, oversee cost accounting, and provide analytical insights for a fast-growing manufacturing operation.

The role focuses on cost models, forecasting, budgeting, inventory controls, and month-end close, acting as a key business partner to the production team and ensuring adherence to US GAAP.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Finance/Accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading site finance and cost accounting functions.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost accounting variance analysis and maintain cost controls.
• Develop cost models, reports and dashboards for production insights.
• Lead forecasting, budgeting and month-end close processes.
• Manage inventory procedures and reconciliation.
• Partner with manufacturing leadership to drive profitability.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Forecasting & budgeting

Inventory control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description:We are seeking a Senior Cost Accountant in our Lansing, Michigan facility to support a fast-paced, high-growth operation. This role will provide financial oversight, deliver analytical insights, manage inventory controls and serve as a key business partner to the manufacturing team. The successful candidate will serve as the site financial leader and be an integral part of a high-energy, entrepreneurial business. As with any high-growth business, this position requires someone who thrives in a culture of rapid change and one where the solution or process will rarely be clearly defined in advance. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented and intellectually curious, with a strong work ethic and a collaborative, team-first mindset. They can operate effectively under pressure, demonstrate sound judgment and a willingness to take calculated risks, and maintain an openness to continuous learning and professional development.Job Title: Senior Cost AccountantSupervisor’s Title: Senior Manager of Operational Accounting & FinanceDepartment: FinanceLocation: 2510 Snow Rd Lansing, MIAbout TemperPackTemperPack is a rapidly growing company based in Richmond, Virginia and with locations in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Lansing, Michigan. We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products. The markets we serve have an urgent need for disruptive, sustainable alternatives to replace the wide array of non-sustainable packaging materials conventionally used in the cold-chain such as Styrofoam coolers. Our aspiration is to provide packaging solutions that customers and end-consumers feel great about using.Essential Job Functions:Cost accounting variance analysis and maintenancePromote deeper understanding of cost drivers across the team; recommend actions to drive profitabilityDevelop cost models, reports and dashboards to provide insights on production efficiency to senior managementOperational performance reporting & analysisForecasting & budgetingInventory control procedures & ReconciliationManaging discretionary spending to ensure targets are achievedMonth-end / year-end financial close procedures & reportingBusiness case developmentCalculate New Product Development costing assumptionsDemonstrated understanding of US GAAPAd-Hoc financial analysis & reporting, including providing requested data analysis to Executive Leadership TeamStrong communication skills, both written & verbalOther duties as assignedEducation and Experience:8+ Years in Finance/Accounting roles of progressive experienceExperience in Manufacturing Finance/ Cost AccountingPrior Site Finance Lead Experience (preferred)Comfortable with data and ERP systemsEducation and Certifications:Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferredPhysical Requirements:Lift up to 15 pounds unassistedProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computerCandidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.Important notice:At this time, our company will not be engaging with external agencies or third-party vendors for recruitment services. We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies, but kindly request that they refrain from contacting us regarding potential candidates. We are excited to build our internal recruitment capabilities and establish direct relationships with potential hires.TemperPack provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran/reservist, and any other class of protected individuals, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.