Strategic Cost Accountant Lead | Manufacturing & Analytics

Paycom; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TemperPack is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant for our Lansing, MI facility to oversee cost accounting, inventory controls, and financial partnering with the manufacturing team. This role leads site-level finance, delivering analytical insights and supporting profitability in a fast-growing operation.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in finance/accounting, manufacturing cost experience, and strong ERP/data skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in finance or accounting with progressive responsibilities.
• Experience in manufacturing finance/cost accounting.
• Prior site finance lead experience preferred.
• Comfortable with data and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost accounting variance analysis and maintain cost controls.
• Develop cost models, reports and dashboards for production efficiency insights.
• Lead inventory control procedures and reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end close with accurate reporting.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to senior leadership.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

ERP systems

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP software

Job description

TemperPack is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant for our Lansing, MI facility to oversee cost accounting, inventory controls, and financial partnering with the manufacturing team. This role leads site-level finance, delivering analytical insights and supporting profitability in a fast-growing operation.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in finance/accounting, manufacturing cost experience, and strong ERP/data skills.