Cost Accountant/Buyer

SAELENS CORPORATION•Johnson Creek, WI

4d•$66,000 - $85,000

About The Position

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

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
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3–6 years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience

Responsibilities

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
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