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Role:- SAP Product Costing Consultant Expert
Location:-
Neenah, Wisconsin( remote)
Mode of Hire:- FTE/Subcon
JD
REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
Preferred:
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or MBA
Certifications:
CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional accounting certification (preferred)
Experience:
8+ years
of progressive experience in product costing, cost accounting, or management accounting
Extensive hands-on experience
with ERP systems, preferably SAP CO (Controlling) module with focus on Product Cost Controlling (CO-PC)
Proven experience
in manufacturing or consumer goods industry with understanding of production processes and cost flows
Strong experience
with standard costing, actual costing, and variance analysis
Demonstrated experience
with month-end close processes, inventory valuation, and COGS calculations
Track record
of leading costing system implementations or significant system enhancements
Preferred Experience:
Experience with SAP S/4HANA and Material Ledger functionality
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Experience in global, multi-entity organizations with complex transfer pricing scenarios
Consulting experience or Big 4 public accounting background
Experience with business intelligence tools (Power BI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud)
Project management certification (PMP) or demonstrated project leadership experience
Experience with cost management in regulated industries
Knowledge of automation and RPA applications in finance processes
Technical Knowledge
Skills:
Expert knowledge
of cost accounting principles and methodologies (absorption costing, activity-based costing, etc.)
Deep understanding
of manufacturing cost structures including materials, labor, and overhead allocation
Proficiency
in financial systems and tools (SAP CO-PC, SAP FI, SAP MM integration)
Advanced Excel skills
including financial modeling, pivot tables, and data analysis
Knowledge
of US GAAP and/or IFRS accounting standards related to inventory and cost accounting
Financial modeling
and analysis capabilities
Data analytics
and reporting skills
System configuration
and testing expertise
Understanding
of internal controls and SOX compliance requirements
Soft Skills
Competencies:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
with ability to explain complex costing concepts to non-finance stakeholders at all organizational levels
Strategic thinking and business acumen
to connect costing insights with broader business objectives
Stakeholder management and collaboration skills
across cross-functional teams
Project management and organizational skills
with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to work independently
and take ownership of deliverables in a remote environment
Change management capabilities
to drive adoption of new processes and systems
Mentoring and training abilities
to develop team capabilities
Continuous improvement mindset
with focus on innovation and efficiency
Adaptability
in fast-paced, dynamic environments with changing priorities
KEY DELIVERABLES
VALUE
This role will deliver significant value to the organization through:
Cost Accuracy
Integrity:
Ensures product costs are accurate, compliant, and reflective of actual business operations
Strategic Insights:
Provides data-driven recommendations to optimize costs, improve margins, and support pricing decisions
Process Excellence:
Establishes scalable, efficient costing processes that support business growth
System Optimization:
Maximizes value from ERP investments through expert configuration and continuous improvement
Cross-Functional Partnership:
Strengthens collaboration between Finance and Operations to drive better business outcomes
Compliance
Control:
Maintains robust internal controls and ensures adherence to accounting standards