We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join our team in Southfield, Michigan. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your analytical expertise in a manufacturing environment while supporting pricing strategies and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of cost structures, data analysis, and pricing methodologies to drive impactful business decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze the effects of inflation on manufacturing costs and pricing structures to identify trends and opportunities.<br>• Collaborate with procurement teams to assess cost drivers such as minimum wage increases and material expenses.<br>• Collect, structure, and evaluate data from hundreds of customers to align bills of materials with pricing models.<br>• Estimate the financial impact of inflation on purchased components for individual customer accounts.<br>• Quantify and document inflation recovery potential to support the commercial team in updating pricing strategies.<br>• Develop and validate price lists using Excel, ensuring accuracy and usability for sales and commercial teams.<br>• Create transparent cost recovery methodologies to ensure fair pricing adjustments for customers.<br>• Regularly review bills of materials and cost structures to ensure alignment with changing input factors, such as labor and materials.<br>• Analyze foreign exchange fluctuations and their influence on material and labor costs.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel skills to build pricing models, automate data analysis, and synthesize complex datasets.
<p>Accounts Payable Specialist</p><p><strong>Work Environment:</strong> Hybrid | Fashion-forward, design-inspired offices</p><p>ABOUT OUR CLIENT</p><p>Our client is a <strong>nationally recognized leader and respected brand</strong> known for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. The organization offers a collaborative, team-oriented culture where employees are encouraged to take ownership, communicate openly, and contribute to continuous improvement. The company blends creative energy with disciplined business practices in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.</p><p>THE OPPORTUNITY</p><p>This Accounts Payable Specialist role is part of a <strong>high-volume, shared services accounting team</strong> supporting multiple business units. The position plays a key role in ensuring accurate, timely processing of vendor invoices while partnering closely with internal teams and external vendors. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and values strong teamwork.</p><p>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</p><ul><li>Process <strong>high volumes of vendor invoices</strong> with accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Perform <strong>three-way matching</strong> (purchase orders, receipts, invoices) and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Research and correct invoice errors, pricing issues, and quantity variances</li><li>Act as a primary point of contact for <strong>vendor inquiries</strong>, maintaining professional relationships</li><li>Partner with internal teams to ensure timely approvals and issue resolution</li><li>Maintain accurate records within the ERP system and support month-end close activities</li><li>Leverage <strong>Microsoft Excel</strong> for reconciliations, reporting, and data validation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, controls, and workflow efficiency</li></ul><p>For immediate and confidential consideration call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131 or apply today. </p><p><br></p>
<p>Cost Accountant II </p><p><br></p><p>JOB PURPOSE</p><p>Nikon Metrology is seeking a Cost Accountant II who will be responsible for analyzing, tracking, and reporting on the costs associated with manufacturing operations to support strategic decision-making and financial accuracy. This role ensures the integrity of cost data, identifies cost-saving opportunities, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY</p><p>Ensure that costs are accurately charged to the appropriate department</p><p>Capture and classify cost data to determine the cost associated with products/product lines</p><p>Oversee and participate in periodic cycle counts</p><p>Compare actual costs to historical or projected costs and report on variances</p><p>Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes</p><p>Provide cost-related data in support of business decisions or for use in financial reporting</p><p>Research and resolve discrepancies or variances between actual and expected costs</p><p>Conduct cost-benefit analysis and provide recommendations for cost reduction</p><p>Monitor various financial activities and prepare reports accordingly</p><p>Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance cost accounting accuracy and timeliness</p><p>Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for manufactured goods and services</p><p>Administer internal controls and audits of policies and procedures meant to preserve the organization’s assets</p><p>Provide financial leadership to the factory management team</p><p><br></p><p>ANCILLARY RESPONSIBILITIES</p><p>Participate in production meetings to support shop floor needs and analysis</p><p>Partner with the Manufacturing Director and Engineering Teams to meet company objectives</p><p>Lead and mentor the Staff Accountant while developing and maintaining a collaborative culture</p><p>Assist the Director of Accounting with local cash flow projections and vendor relationship management</p><p>Support internal/external financial audits</p><p>Perform all other duties as needed or required</p><p><br></p><p>QUALIFICATIONS</p><p>Essential – Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</p><p>5+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in an industrial manufacturing setting</p><p>3 years’ general ledger accounting experience</p><p>Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations (GAAP and IFRS)</p><p>Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to create Pivot Tables, use VLOOKUPs, and apply complex formulas</p><p>Ability to manipulate large amounts of data</p><p>High attention to detail and accuracy</p><p>Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with a fully integrated ERP system</p><p>Desirable</p><p>QuickBooks</p><p>MS Navision</p><p>CPA</p><p><br></p>
<p>About the Organization</p><p>Our client is a well-established, mission-driven nonprofit organization with a long history of service and community impact. Known for strong values, stable leadership, and thoughtful stewardship, the organization is deeply committed to integrity, accountability, and building meaningful relationships with the people and communities it serves.</p><p>Position Summary</p><p>The organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative and purpose-driven finance team. This role is best suited for a self-directed professional who thrives working independently, manages multiple priorities simultaneously, and takes ownership of their work.</p><p>Reporting to senior financial leadership, the Staff Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring revenue and expenses are recorded accurately and timely, supporting operational excellence and sound decision-making. The position works closely with executive leadership and interacts with a broad range of stakeholders, including program leaders, operational staff, office personnel, families, and donors.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Independently maintain the general ledger, including preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations</li><li>Ensure revenue and expenses are recorded timely, accurately, and in accordance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes with a high degree of accuracy and accountability</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and proactively research and resolve variances or discrepancies</li><li>Provide budgeting support and assist with variance analysis</li><li>Deliver reliable financial data and insights to leadership to support informed decision-making</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues across programs, operations, and administration while maintaining strong individual accountability</li><li>Support external audit requests and documentation needs</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and help strengthen internal controls and accounting efficiency</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, or questions, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
