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Our client seeking an analytical, detail-oriented Cost Accountant  (Sr) with 5 to 7 years of manufacturing experience to join their accounting and finance team. In this role, you will serve as a key financial partner to operations, overseeing standard cost maintenance, inventory valuations, and product cost modeling across the organization. This position offers high cross-functional visibility and plays a vital role in optimizing operational efficiency and financial accuracy. Qualifications & Core Competencies Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field. Experience: 5 - 7 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment, with proven expertise in standard costing methodologies and inventory control. Technical Skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and hands-on experience navigating complex manufacturing ERP subledgers, reporting modules, and query tools. Financial Acumen: strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, balance sheet reconciliations, and manufacturing P&L dynamics. Soft Skills: Excellent critical thinking, written report-writing abilities, and strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional plant teams. Physical Requirements Ability to work extended periods at a computer workstation. Capability to lift up to 15 lbs. as needed. salary: $44 - $46 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities Standard Cost Management: Lead the cost accounting function by developing, validating, and maintaining standard cost systems, including labor and overhead absorption rates. Annual Cost Roll & Inventory: Direct the annual standard cost update process; track inventory movements, analyze inventory valuations, and evaluate financial impacts related to inventory adjustments. Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and refine cost accounting workflows to improve the timeliness, accuracy, and efficiency of month-end reporting and cost tracking. New Product Costing: Build detailed cost estimates for new and prospective products to support product pricing strategies and margin analyses. Operational Business Partnering: Act as the primary finance liaison to plant operations, helping leaders evaluate production variances, understand financial metrics, and identify cost-reduction opportunities. Month-End Close: Manage production costing and inventory reconciliations during month-end close, ensuring all journal entries and balance sheet accounts align with GAAP standards. Financial Planning Support: Provide verified cost inputs and analytical data to support corporate budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. SkillsCost AccountingCost ReportingManufacturing Cost AcctCost of Goods SoldProduct CostingInventory MovementAccounting ProcessesFinancial ReportingBudgetingBudgeting Forecasting & Management ReportingMonth-End Closeproduction costingGAAPManufacturing AccountingProfit and Loss StatementStandard Cost/Cost Accounting StandardsStandard CostingQualificationsYears of experience: 7 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Are you a detail-oriented project manager with practical experience in secondary packaging, contract packaging, or co-packing operations? Our client is seeking a proactive Project Manager – VAS Center to serve as the primary bridge between our valued clients and internal operations teams. In this role, you will own secondary packaging projects end-to-end. This would include from initial scoping and estimating through production, shipping, and financial closeout. This is all to ensure that every project delivers to approved specifications, committed timelines, and target margins.  Qualifications & Requirements Technical Skills & Experience Experience: 3+ years of experience in secondary packaging, contract packaging (co-pack) project management, estimating, or production coordination. Education: Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, Operations, Packaging, Supply Chain, or a related field (relevant experience may substitute). Industry Knowledge: Practical knowledge of secondary packaging processes, pack-out configurations, and industry terminology. Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS Office Suite (advanced Excel for estimating/cost analysis) and experience using ERP or Order Management Systems. Documentation Skills: Proven ability to translate client requirements into production-ready specifications, Bills of Materials (BOMs), work instructions, and quality criteria. Behavioral Competencies Ownership & Commercial Judgment: strong project ownership with the commercial discipline to manage margins, control scope creep, and escalate risks promptly. Multitasking & Organization: Exceptional time management and detail orientation in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with strong cross-functional coordination ability. Flexibility: Willingness to travel as needed.  salary: $65,000 - $70,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: AssociateResponsibilitiesClient Account Management & Communication Primary Client Liaison: Serve as the main point of contact, building trusted relationships that position our team as an extension of the client’s business. Scope & Specs Management: Gather & document project specifications, pack-out configurations, production methods, & quality standards for kitting, multipacks, shrink wrapping, labeling, repacking, & retail display assembly. Status & Meetings: Lead client status meetings (agenda, action items, meeting notes) & proactively address client inquiries regarding orders, inventory, & timelines. Project Execution & Vendor Coordination End-to-End Ownership: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, keeping schedules, milestones, owners, & action items updated across all phases. Vendor & Purchasing Management: Obtain pricing, place POs within approved budgets, track orders, and confirm material specifications and lead times prior to production. Change Control: Document scope changes (quantities, materials, pricing, timelines) & secure required client and internal approvals before additional work or costs are incurred. Production & Quality Coordination Production Readiness: Ensure approved specifications, BOMs, work instructions, quality criteria, & materials are available before releasing jobs to full production. Sample & First-Article Approvals: Coordinate sample reviews, secure required client &internal quality approvals prior to full production runs. Financial CloseoutSkillsBasic Software SkillsVerbal CommunicationConfidentialityResponsivenessAnalytical ThinkingFollow-upActive ListeningTelephone EtiquetteCRMBasic Computer SkillsCUSTOMER ORDERS/SALESCustomer Relationship Management (2 years of experience is required)Customer Relations (2 years of experience is required)Customer ServiceCustomer supportAdapting to ChangeAccount Management (2 years of experience is required)Vendor ManagementQuality ControlClient Success (2 years of experience is required)Microsoft Excel3PLLTCSupply ChainWritten CommunicationERPbills of materialslogisticsfreight routingPurchasing/ProcurementChange managementProject ManagementQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Love Cars? Get Paid to Snap Photos at the Airport! Looking for an easy, active, on-the-go gig with zero experience needed? Join our team as an Airport Vehicle Photographer and turn simple car check-ins into quick cash! What’s the Gig? When rental cars get returned, they need a quick "paparazzi" moment before hitting the road again. Your main job? Walk up, snap a few clear photos of the car’s condition using a smartphone or tablet, upload them, and move to the next ride. That’s literally it! Why You’ll Love It: Easiest Job at the Airport: No customer service, no selling, no desk sitting—just you, your steps, and cool cars! Get Your Steps In: Stay active, enjoy the outdoor breeze, and skip the gym membership. Zero Experience Required: If you know how to tap a camera button on a phone, you're already qualified. We supply all the training! Quick Start: Fast onboarding so you can start earning right away. What We’re Looking For: Comfortable walking, standing, and working outdoors. Good eye for detail (making sure photos are clear and well-lit). Reliable, punctual, and ready to roll! Ready to snap, upload, and get paid? Apply today and kick your job search into high gear! salary: $20 - $21 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 7 AM - 12 AMeducation: High SchoolResponsibilitiesPosition Overview  We are looking for reliable and detail-oriented individuals to join our team on a temporary basis as Vehicle Photographers. In this role, you will be responsible for photographing vehicles upon check-in to accurately document their condition.    Key Responsibilities  Photograph vehicles immediately after they have been checked in  Capture clear, accurate images of all sides of the vehicle, including interior and any areas of note  Ensure photos are well-lit, in focus, and meet quality standards  Upload or submit photos promptly according to established procedures  Maintain a steady and efficient workflow to support operations    Requirements  Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods  Basic familiarity with smartphone or tablet camera operation  Strong attention to detail  Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions  No prior experience required — training will be provided  The essential functions of this role include:working in a non-temperature controlled environmentstanding for 8 hours at one timeworking weekendsSkillsCustomer ServiceQualificationsYears of experience: 1 yearExperience level: Entry LevelRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.