Strategic Costing & Purchasing Controls Leader

CSP

Auburn (AL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 135,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health benefits

401k with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

CSP, a leader in forming and molding lightweight, advanced composite components for transportation, seeks a seasoned cost accountant/purchasing controller. You will own BOM costs, drive standard costing, and oversee ECC cost impacts while leading variance analyses and material cost dashboards.

Success requires 7–10+ years in cost accounting, SAP/Oracle proficiency, and cross-functional leadership. Join CSP to influence cost transparency, supplier cost management, and cost reduction initiatives

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/CMA preferred).
7-10+ years of experience in cost accounting and/or purchasing controlling.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).
Strong experience with standard costing and variance analysis.
Automotive Tier 1 supplier experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Own BOM and routing cost structures, ensuring accuracy and auditability.
Lead standard cost development, maintenance, and cost rolls.
ECC as financial lead, quantify cost impacts and updates.
Analyze and report material, freight, manufacturing methods, and absorption variances.
Drive material and freight planning and cost analysis aligned with forecast volumes.
Lead labor rate and overhead rate calculation processes.
Maintain and govern cost set integrity across ERP systems.
Own PPV analysis, tracking, and forecasting in Purchasing Controlling.
Develop and maintain material cost index dashboards.
Conduct deep-dive cost analysis on direct material and MRO spend.