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Cost Allocation Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Trilon

Accounting Manager

Detroit, MI · On-site

Coordinate payroll administration with the external payroll processor, ensuring accurate timesheet reporting and proper labor cost allocation to projects. * Support internal and external audit ...

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Oaklandchn

Chief Financial Officer

Troy, MI · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

In-depth knowledge of the Michigan Behavioral Health System, costing and cost allocation methods, system budget development and forecasting, healthcare analytics, managed care rules and regulations ...

Socket.dev

Chief Financial Officer

Troy, MI · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

In-depth knowledge of the Michigan Behavioral Health System, costing and cost allocation methods, system budget development and forecasting, healthcare analytics, managed care rules and regulations ...

Socket.dev

Chief Financial Officer (Troy)

Troy, MI · On-site

In-depth knowledge of the Michigan Behavioral Health System, costing and cost allocation methods, system budget development and forecasting, healthcare analytics, managed care rules and regulations ...

Oaklandchn

Chief Financial Officer (Troy)

Troy, MI · On-site

In-depth knowledge of the Michigan Behavioral Health System, costing and cost allocation methods, system budget development and forecasting, healthcare analytics, managed care rules and regulations ...

Advantasure, Inc.

Financial Coordinator

Detroit, MI · On-site

Financial data may include financial statements detail, corporate, division and cost center BPR information, cost allocation information, general ledger transaction activity, settlement activity ...

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What is the difference between Cost Allocation vs Cost Analyst?

AspectCost AllocationCost Analyst
Primary RoleDistributing costs to departments or projects based on usageAnalyzing costs to identify trends and improve budgeting
Required SkillsAccounting principles, data analysis, financial softwareFinancial analysis, reporting, data interpretation
Work EnvironmentFinance or accounting departments, corporate settingsFinance teams, consulting firms, corporate finance
CertificationsCPA, CMA often preferredCPA, CMA, or similar financial certifications

Cost Allocation focuses on distributing expenses accurately across departments or projects, ensuring proper cost tracking. Cost Analyst, on the other hand, interprets financial data to support decision-making and budgeting. While both roles require financial expertise and certifications like CPA or CMA, their core functions differ: one allocates costs, the other analyzes them.

What are examples of cost allocation?

Cost allocation involves assigning indirect costs to specific departments, projects, or products based on relevant bases such as labor hours, machine hours, or revenue. Common examples include allocating overhead expenses like rent, utilities, and administrative salaries to different cost centers to accurately determine product or service costs. Accurate cost allocation helps organizations analyze profitability and make informed financial decisions.

What is job cost allocation?

Job cost allocation is the process used by cost accountants and financial professionals to assign direct and indirect costs to specific jobs or projects. It helps organizations determine the true cost and profitability of each job by tracking expenses such as labor, materials, and overhead. Accurate allocation requires understanding of cost drivers and often involves using accounting software or spreadsheets.

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Accounting Manager

Trilon

Detroit, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.
As MSG continues to grow, we're seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our Finance team. Reporting directly to the Controller this influential role will help guide the company's daily & monthly accounting operations to support long-term business growth.
We're looking for a proactive accounting leader who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative mindset. The successful candidate will work across departments, provide valuable financial insight, and help ensure the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of our financial operations.
  • Lead the monthly close process, including account reconciliations, trial balance reviews, and preparation of financial statements for management and ownership review. 
  • Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring accurate account coding, journal entries, and period-end adjustments. 
  • Manage accounts receivable functions by monitoring invoicing accuracy, reviewing aging reports, and identifying collection issues. 
  • Coordinate payroll administration with the external payroll processor, ensuring accurate timesheet reporting and proper labor cost allocation to projects. 
  • Support internal and external audit activities, including FAR compliance requirements, preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and audit documentation. 
  • Assist with cash flow forecasting by monitoring billings, collections, and overall cash position in collaboration with accounting leadership. 
  • Partner closely with the Controller to support day-to-day accounting operations and financial management activities. 
  • Manage accounting processes across multiple legal entities and project-based business segments. 
  • Ensure accurate project costing and cost allocations to support financial reporting and project profitability analysis. 
  • Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls. 
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required (CPA & MBA preferred)
  • 7-15 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years as an Accounting Manager
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines
  • AEC industry background strongly preferred
  • Deltek software experience required (VantagePoint, Vision, Costpoint, and/or Ajera)
  • Strong knowledge of project accounting, WIP, and ASC 606 & 842
  • Overhead Rate Audit & FAR Part 31 experience

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
Included benefits are as follows:
  • 401(k) w/ company match
  • Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.
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