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Sr. Cost Accountant

$55 - $65 per hour

Manpower Inc

Our client, a leading organization in the automotive manufacturing industry, is seeking a Sr Cost Accountant to join their team. As a Sr Cost Accountant, you will be part of the Finance Department supporting cost management and financial analysis teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Sr. Cost Accountant

Location: Remote

Pay Range: $55-$65 per hour

Duration: 24 months +

Shift: 8 am - 5 pm

What's the Job?
  • Manage routine cost accounting activities, including inventory-related processes, to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Support the month-end closing process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Lead efforts to improve team-wide efficiency through process redesign and automation initiatives.
  • Collaborate with team members to implement automation tools such as PowerBI, Macros, and Python for reporting and workflow optimization.
  • Transfer process improvement knowledge to ensure sustained efficiency after project completion.
What's Needed?
  • Proven experience in process improvement and automation, with skills in PowerBI, Macros, or Python.
  • Knowledge of cost and management accounting principles and SAP systems.
  • Ability to elicit requirements through interviews and implement solutions hands-on.
  • Experience in automotive manufacturing or related industries is a plus.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills to coordinate across teams effectively.
What's in it for me?
  • Opportunity to lead impactful process improvements in a dynamic environment.
  • Engage in innovative automation projects that enhance operational efficiency.
  • Work with a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
  • Gain valuable experience in a reputable organization within the automotive sector.
  • Potential for career growth and development within the company.
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
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