Cost Accountant/Buyer at SaelensDiamond Precision

Johnson Creek, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

85000.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Accounting, Financial Analysis, Purchase Price Variances, Standard Costs, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost Trends, Audits, Purchasing, Buying, Supplier Management, Negotiation, Purchase Orders, Inventory Levels, Excel, ERP Systems

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Cost Accountant/Buyer Johnson Creek, WI Range from $66,000 to $85,000 Key Responsibilities Cost Accounting & Financial Analysis Analyze and monitor production, labor, material, and overhead costs Analyze purchase price variances (PPV) and investigate root causes Prepare and maintain standard costs and conduct variance analysis Support budgeting and forecasting processes and monitor variances Identify cost trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for savings Assist with month-end and year-end close related to cost accounting Support internal and external audits as needed Prepare detailed financial and operational reports for management Support development and tracking Purchasing & Buying Responsibilities Execute purchasing activities for raw materials, components, and indirect spend Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers and vendor relationships Solicit and analyze quotes, negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms Issue and manage purchase orders in alignment with production schedules Monitor supplier performance (pricing, delivery, quality) Maintain vendor pricing, contracts, and purchasing data in the ERP system Collaborate with Operations to ensure material availability and optimal inventory levels Identify cost reduction and supplier consolidation opportunities Support inventory planning to balance service levels and working capital Requirements Skills Required Strong analytical and mathematical skills Strong problem-solving skills Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems Understanding of costing methods Attention to detail Ability to communicate financial data to non-financial managers Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 3–6 years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience

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Responsibilities

The role involves comprehensive cost accounting, including analyzing production costs, monitoring purchase price variances, preparing standard costs, and supporting budgeting and forecasting. Additionally, the position executes purchasing activities for materials and indirect spend, manages vendor relationships, and monitors supplier performance.