The HT Group · 2 weeks ago
Cost Accountant (Contract)
Detroit, MI
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$35/hr - $40/hr
2+ years expThe HT Group is currently partnering with a NE Detroit-based manufacturer in search of a qualified Cost Accountant for a 4-month contract opportunity. The role's primary objective is to ensure accuracy of product costing, manage inventory cost flows, analyze cost variances, support quarter-end/month-end close, and drive cost control initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Establish and update standard costs for materials, labor and overhead across products and production lines
Analyze manufacturing cost variances: material usage/price, labor efficiency/variance, overhead absorption, scrap/rework
Prepare monthly cost reports and variance summaries for plant leadership and finance
Support product line profitability review and cost modelling for new products or process changes
Perform monthly reconciliation of raw materials, WIP and finished goods: ERP vs GL, inventory valuation, obsolescence/scrap reserves
Coordinate physical inventory/cycle count procedures and follow-up on discrepancies
Work with operations/engineering to identify waste, process inefficiencies, cost reduction opportunities
Assist with annual budget preparation and quarterly cost forecasting for manufacturing operations
Provide cost-impact analysis of process improvements, capital projects, design changes or new product introductions
Collaborate cross-functionally (Operations, Procurement, Engineering) to drive continuous cost improvement and lean accounting practices
Ensure cost accounting policies, standard costing and inventory valuations align with company standards (GAAP or internal)
Maintain documentation and support for internal/external audits relating to cost/inventory
Participate in finance/operational systems improvement (ERP cost modules, dashboards, Power BI/Excel automation)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
Minimum 2 years of cost accounting, manufacturing finance or plant accounting experience
Experience with Sage 500 or MAS 500 ERP systems required
Intermediate-to-advanced MS Excel proficiency required
Experience with BOMs, work‐orders, routers, cost-rollups
Excellent analytical skills, detail-oriented, with the ability to explain cost variances and partner with operations
Ability to work in a fast‐paced manufacturing environment during contract period and proactively transition to a permanent mindset
Strong communication and collaboration skills: will work across finance, operations, procurement, engineering
Preferred
CPA, CMA, or pursuing certification is a plus
Experience with a high‐volume manufacturing plant is preferred
Company
The HT Group
The HT Group is a collection of passionate, dedicated management solutions executives, and staffing and recruiting professionals whose main goal is to improve lives by connecting individuals with quality career opportunities.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mark Turpin
Chief Executive Officer, Founding Partner
Jim Gilliam
Chairman, Founding Partner
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