Senior Cost Accountant - Lead, Multi-Site & Inventory

Neogen Corporation; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Neogen Corporation is seeking a Lead Cost Accountant to oversee cost accounting functions across multiple sites and to analyze costs for informed decision-making. The role includes supervising staff, supporting inventory controls, and driving cost-reduction initiatives.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting with 8 years in cost accounting and SAP experience. This position focuses on accurate costing, SOX controls, and collaboration with audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• 8 years of experience in cost accounting.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cost accounting functions for multiple sites.
• Conduct cost analyses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and lead cost-reduction projects.
• Assist with monthly close and cost of sales analyses; review standard cost updates.
• Coordinate with internal and external audits on cost accounting controls.
• Support budget preparation for product costs.
• Supervise at least one direct report.

Skills

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

Neogen Corporation is seeking a Lead Cost Accountant to oversee cost accounting functions across multiple sites and to analyze costs for informed decision-making. The role includes supervising staff, supporting inventory controls, and driving cost-reduction initiatives.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting with 8 years in cost accounting and SAP experience. This position focuses on accurate costing, SOX controls, and collaboration with audits.