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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