Marquette, MI Cost Accountant in Medical Manufacturing

Job Overview

We are looking for a skilled and meticulous Cost Accountant to become an integral part of our team in Marquette, MI. This position entails the analysis of production costs within a strictly regulated medical manufacturing setting, playing a crucial role in ensuring financial profitability, facilitating strategic decision-making, and upholding compliance with healthcare manufacturing regulations. Your expertise will significantly impact our mission to enhance patient care while adhering to our unwavering commitment to quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute monthly financial closing processes, including inventory valuation, managing Excess & Obsolete reserves, standard cost variance analysis, operations productivity assessments, account reconciliations, and additional reporting.
• Generate essential reports and summaries for financial documentation.
• Record standard adjusting journal entries associated with operational cost accounting.
• Analyze PPV reports, investigate purchases, and guarantee precise PPV reporting.
• Determine labor and overhead rates.
• Assist with external audits and the preparation of tax documentation.
• Conduct WIP audits and contribute to cost analysis for the annual budgeting process.
• Develop accurate cost estimates for new and existing products upon request.
• Collaborate with operational management to strengthen controls, enhance accuracy, and improve the quality of manufacturing costs, addressing any notable variances.
• Oversee fixed asset acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and other asset modifications in the accounting system, ensuring timely and accurate tracking.
• Partner with finance personnel to uphold general ledger accuracy and integrity.
• Scrutinize accounting records to evaluate accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards.
• Support month-end closing activities, encompassing journal entries, variance and inventory analysis, and financial statement preparation.
• Work in conjunction with various functional departments to cultivate and sustain the product costing system.
  
  

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of 3 years in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or healthcare/medical device environment.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP).
• Proficient in advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting purposes.
• Strong grasp of cost accounting principles, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Capability to analyze intricate data, derive significant insights, and effectively communicate findings to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence decisions and promote change management.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

We are committed to fostering professional growth and development, empowering our team members to enhance their skills and advance within the organization as we strive to better serve our patients and refine our manufacturing processes.

Company Culture And Values

Our organization is dedicated to a culture of quality and innovation, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration to achieve optimal results in a regulated industry. We value contributions that enhance our operational efficiency and patient care, promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid group term life insurance and long-term/short-term disability.
• Wellness program and Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off, including 10 paid holidays annually.
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time each year.
• Paid parental leave (80 hours).
  
  

If you resonate with our mission and are eager to make a meaningful contribution in a vibrant, supportive environment, we invite you to apply now and join our team dedicated to excellence and innovation!

Employment Type: Full-Time