Purchasing Agent / Cost Accountant

Cost Accounting And Purchasing Agent

Cost Accounting function

With the CFO create & update manufacturing bills of material (BOMs) for products including periodic updates for changes in materials, suppliers, costs, and various usage and scrap rate changes.

Periodically compare and analyze standard to actual production, labor and overhead costs, coordinating changes thereto with the CFO.

Coordinating with the CFO to ensure accurate classification of manufacturing facility expenses under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Organize and participate in physical inventory counts, summarizing results for mgmt.

Investigate discrepancies in financial records and perform month-end close activities as directed by the CFO, including journal entries and reconciliations.

Other functions and tasks assigned by the CFO.

Purchasing Agent function

Prepare, distribute and monitor stand alone and blanket Purchase Orders (POs) to ensure timely supply & resupply of materials based on supplier & consultant quotes & proposals always in close coordination with the VP of Manufacturing and Distribution (VP-M&D), CFO, and director of R&D.

Maintain close contact with suppliers to adjust delivery schedules as necessary.

Authorize vendor payments and maintain purchasing and inventories records.

Recommend primary supply purchases, and alternatives supply options to reduce costs, improve quality or stabilize the supply chain.

Other functions and tasks assigned by the VP-M&D or CFO.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Required skills and qualifications

A bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or operations or equivalent experience in an accounting and / or purchasing role.

Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Critical thinking and decision-making skills based on data analysis.

Strong skills in Excel and prior experience with NetSuite ERP helpful.

Excellent communication skills with stakeholders.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $38.50 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ann Arbor, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.