We are looking for a dedicated Cost Accounting Manager to join our finance team in Richfield, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee the cost accounting function, including setting and maintaining standard costs, analyzing financial variances, and leading cost-related projects. You will collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and contribute to the organization's overall financial strategy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct analyses of cost of goods sold and provide explanations for variances against budgets and historical data.<br>• Review month-end cost-related variances, including material, labor, overhead absorption, and other relevant factors.<br>• Establish cost structures for new purchased and manufactured products and update standard costs as needed.<br>• Assess the impact of changes in product design, raw materials, and manufacturing processes on overall costs.<br>• Partner with the engineering team during new product development to determine cost targets and ensure financial alignment.<br>• Support organizational pricing strategies, including annual standard cost updates and price increases.<br>• Perform detailed gross margin and profitability analyses across products, customers, and business segments.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within cost accounting practices.<br>• Lead cost reduction initiatives by generating ideas and tracking progress.<br>• Prepare budgets related to cost of goods sold and assist with external audits by providing necessary documentation and financial schedules.
We are looking for an experienced Credit Analyst to join our team in Brookfield, Wisconsin. This role will focus on managing credit and underwriting operations for small-ticket loans and equipment leases, while also contributing to the company’s strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial credit analysis and leadership, with a commitment to delivering exceptional service and maintaining regulatory compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee credit and underwriting processes for small-ticket loans and equipment leases, ranging from $10,000 to $250,000 or more.<br>• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of credit analysts and underwriters, including setting credit authorities and training programs.<br>• Review and approve complex transactions, ensuring they align with company guidelines while addressing exceptions when necessary.<br>• Develop and implement scalable credit scoring models and automated underwriting systems to improve efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Customer Service teams to ensure timely processing and an exceptional customer experience.<br>• Monitor portfolio performance, focusing on delinquency rates and loss metrics, and take proactive measures to mitigate risks.<br>• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare for annual audits.<br>• Update and refine Ideal Customer profiles on a regular basis to align with business needs.<br>• Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and risk management initiatives.
