CFS · 6 hours ago
Cost Accounting Consultant
CFS is a long-established custom manufacturer undergoing a major operational upgrade, and they are seeking a Cost Accounting Consultant to lead a critical project focused on building a formal cost accounting structure. This hands-on role involves analyzing historical project data, developing accurate costing models, and integrating costing workflows into the company’s existing systems.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary Cost Accounting Consultant for all costing initiatives
Review 12+ months of historical project data to determine true material, labor, and overhead costs
Build cost profiles and job‑costing models (60–70% Excel)
Develop templates and tools to standardize cost capture and analysis
Partner with engineering, operations, and accounting to understand fabrication processes and inputs
Integrate costing workflows into ERP and document procedures
Support the annual inventory count and ensure accurate data collection
Qualification
Required
Strong background in cost accounting within small‑to‑mid‑size manufacturing
Experience building cost accounting processes from scratch
Advanced Excel skills (modeling, formulas, data structuring)
Familiarity with larger ERP systems
Ability to communicate effectively with shop floor teams, engineers, and leadership
Naturally curious, investigative, and comfortable in a hands‑on, blue‑collar environment