<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Cost Accounting to support a manufacturing organization in the Woburn, Massachusetts area through a Part-Time/Long-term Contract engagement. This role will guide the cost accounting function across close activities, inventory oversight, and profitability analysis while partnering closely with operational and financial leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in manufacturing environments and can deliver accurate reporting, disciplined controls, and meaningful insights for business planning and performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct monthly and quarterly cost accounting close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results for the manufacturing operation.</p><p>• Oversee inventory accounting processes, including reconciliations, reserve analysis, cycle count programs, and physical inventory execution.</p><p>• Lead product costing efforts and evaluate manufacturing margins to provide clear visibility into cost drivers and profitability trends.</p><p>• Prepare and review budget, forecast, and actual performance analyses related to inventory, production costs, and margin results.</p><p>• Supervise and develop cost accounting team members while setting priorities and maintaining high standards for accuracy and accountability.</p><p>• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and FP&A to align financial analysis with production activity, inventory movements, and business planning needs.</p><p>• Review inventory valuation, cost variances, and budget-to-actual performance to identify issues, explain results, and recommend corrective actions.</p><p>• Support audit readiness, financial reporting accuracy, and compliance with internal control requirements in a manufacturing accounting environment.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced director of infrastructure to lead enterprise technology operations for a complex university environment in Worcester, Massachusetts. This role will set the direction for modern, reliable, and scalable infrastructure services while strengthening operational excellence across multiple sites. The Director of Infrastructure will work closely with senior stakeholders to align technology investments with institutional priorities and build a strong leadership culture across core infrastructure teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide strategic oversight for enterprise infrastructure functions, including cloud platforms, networks, telecommunications, data center services, storage, backup, and daily operations.</p><p>• Guide infrastructure modernization initiatives across multiple locations, improving service quality, resilience, and long-term scalability.</p><p>• Lead and develop managers and senior technical staff, creating a leadership structure that supports growth, accountability, and strong team performance.</p><p>• Define and monitor service standards, governance practices, operational metrics, and performance expectations to strengthen delivery consistency.</p><p>• Ensure infrastructure services remain secure, highly available, and dependable for critical institutional needs.</p><p>• Direct long-range planning for infrastructure capacity, technology lifecycles, disaster recovery, and business continuity readiness.</p><p>• Collaborate with cybersecurity, applications, data, and business leaders to shape an integrated enterprise technology strategy.</p><p>• Oversee budgets, vendor relationships, and infrastructure investments while balancing innovation, risk management, and operational stabi</p>
<p>An established New England construction contractor specializing in complex infrastructure and industrial projects is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to join its team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of purchasing activities, negotiate with suppliers, and play a key role in keeping major construction projects on schedule and within budget.</p><p><br></p><p>With a strong employee-owned culture, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, this organization offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building long-term financial benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage purchase orders for construction materials, equipment, rentals, and services.</li><li>Solicit and evaluate supplier quotes; negotiate pricing, contract terms, warranties, and delivery schedules.</li><li>Source mechanical, electrical, and process equipment, including pumps, valves, piping, blowers, and related components.</li><li>Partner with project managers and field teams to coordinate procurement needs and meet project schedules.</li><li>Track long-lead materials, anticipate potential delays, and proactively resolve supply chain issues.</li><li>Review project plans, specifications, and submittals to ensure materials meet project requirements.</li><li>Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while identifying cost savings and value-engineering opportunities.</li><li>Coordinate with accounting to resolve purchase order, invoice, and receiving discrepancies.</li></ul><p><br></p>