Sr. Cost Accountant

Position Summary We are seeking a focused and dedicated Sr. Cost Accountant with experience in manufacturing to join our growing team. You’ll be responsible for tracking, analyzing, and reporting manufacturing costs to maintain inventory integrity, provide margin visibility, and support effective cost control. This role partners closely with operations, production, purchasing, and engineering to improve manufacturing efficiency and drive data‑driven decision making. About the Company Kaidi LLC, a Smart Office division of Kaidi Electrical, produces inline actuators and understructure assemblies for height‑adjustable desk applications. We are building up our manufacturing capacity in Grand Haven, MI and you’ll be on the ground floor, helping shape the company's direction from its earliest stages. Key Responsibilities Maintain accurate cost records for raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished goods. Ensure correct inventory valuation in accordance with US GAAP and China GAAP. Perform inventory reconciliations and investigate quantity or cost variances. Monitor obsolete, excess, and slow‑moving inventory and report findings to leadership. Support and validate physical inventory processes. Analyze labor, material, and overhead costs by job, product, and production run. Prepare and explain purchase price variance, usage variance, and efficiency variance. Perform monthly gross margin analysis and identify drivers of margin fluctuation. Support standard cost reviews and updates, including BOM accuracy. Provide cost insights to support pricing. Prepare cost‑related journal entries and reconciliations. Support month‑end close for inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing overhead. Produce recurring cost and inventory reports for management. Support external audits by providing cost and inventory documentation. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with inventory, WIP, and standard or job costing preferred. Strong understanding of cost accounting and manufacturing finance principles. Advanced Excel skills required. Experience with ERP accounting systems, SAP preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines. Bilingual Mandarin Chinese / English is highly preferred. Experience in steel furniture manufacturing is a plus. Strong problem‑solving skills. Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at various organizational levels. Self‑directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently. Why You'll Love Working Here Opportunity to make a real impact on the success of the operation. Be part of a team that values innovation, efficiency, and craftsmanship. Opportunities for growth, learning, and leadership in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Competitive pay and benefits including medical/dental/vision. Working Environment On‑site role in a production facility – daily presence on the shop floor required. Ability to access and navigate all areas of the facilities and perform essential duties. Occasional travel may be required for training. Pay $75,000 - $90,000 per year. Benefits Health insurance. Dental insurance. Vision insurance. Paid holidays. Paid vacation and sick time. IRA with matching contributions. How to Apply Ready to join a company that puts people and safety first? Apply now and help us shape a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future. Equal Employment Opportunity Kaidi LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Disclaimer All candidates must successfully complete a pre‑employment screening process, including a criminal background check, a drug screening, and an alcohol test as applicable. Screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates must provide written consent for the screenings during the hiring process. Failure to consent or pass these screenings may result in disqualification from employment consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr