<p>We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will play a key role in analyzing financial data, optimizing cost structures, and supporting our business objectives. This position requires a deep understanding of cost accounting practices, particularly within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and evaluate manufacturing costs to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.</p><p>• Develop and maintain standard cost models to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare detailed cost analysis reports to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor inventory valuation and ensure proper cost allocation.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cost accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Assist in monthly and yearly financial closing processes.</p><p>• Investigate variances and discrepancies in cost data to ensure reliability.</p><p>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities with cost-related insights.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations related to cost accounting.</p>
<p><strong>Are you a detail-driven Cost Accountant with construction industry experience?</strong></p><p>We’re looking for a motivated accounting professional to join a dynamic and growing construction company in <strong>South Houston</strong>. This is a great opportunity to have a direct impact on project performance, financial visibility, and operational success.</p><p><strong>Cost Accountant Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Track, analyze, and report on <strong>job costs</strong> for multiple construction projects</li><li>Partner with Project Managers to monitor <strong>budgets vs. actuals</strong> and identify cost variances</li><li>Prepare detailed <strong>project cost reports, WIP schedules</strong>, and forecasts</li><li>Reconcile costs across <strong>GL, sub-ledgers, and project systems</strong></li><li>Assist with <strong>month-end close</strong>, cost allocations, and construction-specific accounting entries</li><li>Support <strong>change order reviews, subcontractor billings, and material cost tracking</strong></li><li>Help improve cost processes, reporting accuracy, and financial insight</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a growing manufacturing firm who has recently done an acquisition is looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join their growing team in a newly created role, reporting to the controller in the Horsham Area, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will take a lead in managing cost and inventory accounting processes within a manufacturing environment while also contributing to general corporate accounting tasks. This position offers an excellent opportunity to shape financial operations and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic and expanding organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities of the senior cost accountant will include:</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs to provide insights for pricing strategies and profitability assessments.</p><p>• Oversee inventory accounting processes, including valuation, tracking, and reporting of inventory metrics.</p><p>• Partner with operations teams to establish cost standards and budgets.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports on cost performance, variance analysis, and inventory levels.</p><p>• Support month-end close activities related to cost and inventory accounting.</p><p>• Contribute to general corporate accounting functions as needed, with training provided where necessary.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and assist in internal audit processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to enhance accounting procedures and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Participate in annual physical inventory counts and reconcile inventory discrepancies.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Fort Morgan, Colorado. In this role, you will focus on analyzing and managing cost structures within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in cost accounting and demonstrate a solid understanding of manufacturing processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed cost analysis to support manufacturing operations and identify areas for cost improvement.<br>• Develop and maintain accurate standard cost accounting systems to ensure precise reporting and budgeting.<br>• Collaborate with production teams to evaluate and optimize manufacturing costs.<br>• Prepare comprehensive cost reports to aid in decision-making processes.<br>• Monitor and analyze variances in production costs, identifying trends and discrepancies.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies in all cost accounting activities.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting efforts by providing reliable cost data.<br>• Review and enhance cost structures to align with organizational goals.<br>• Assist in audits and provide documentation related to cost accounting processes.<br>• Work closely with management to recommend strategies for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
<p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for a dedicated and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our client's team in Midway/Greeneville, Tennessee area. This role involves analyzing financial data, managing cost structures, and supporting decision-making processes to optimize operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing accounting and be skilled in various cost analysis methods and accounting software.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and maintain accurate cost data to support business operations and financial planning.</p><p>• Conduct detailed standard cost accounting for manufacturing processes.</p><p>• Perform variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend improvements.</p><p>• Manage inventory analysis processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile bills of materials (BOM) to support production and cost tracking.</p><p>• Utilize Sage software and Microsoft Excel to create detailed financial reports.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, depreciation, and reconciliations.</p><p>• Process journal entries and ensure accurate month-end close procedures.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>The position requires a degree in accounting or finance with 1+ years of experience. The position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in the local area. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview</p>
<p>Are you an experienced Cost Accountant looking to advance your career? Our client, a leader in their industry, is searching for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant with 1–3 years of relevant experience to join their finance team.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Analyze, record, and report on cost data for inventory, materials, and labor</li><li>Prepare cost estimates and forecasts to support strategic business decisions</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy in cost allocations</li><li>Gather and interpret financial data, identifying areas for cost efficiency and process improvement</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support budgeting, financial planning, and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain accurate records of cost information and ensure compliance with corporate policies</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Job Cost Accountant to join a dynamic construction company in Boynton Beach, Florida. This role is ideal for an accounting expert with a strong background in job costing, particularly within the construction and heavy civil sectors. As a key member of the team, you will oversee critical financial functions, ensuring accurate cost tracking and providing strategic insights to support organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage detailed job cost accounting processes, including budget monitoring, performance analysis, and variance reporting.</p><p>• Develop and oversee complex job code structures to ensure proper cost allocation across multiple projects.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive job cost reports and deliver actionable recommendations to senior leadership and project managers.</p><p>• Collaborate with senior leadership to align financial strategies with operational goals and drive profitability.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with government contracts and relevant accounting regulations.</p><p>• Work closely with estimating, procurement, and operations teams to optimize cost tracking methods.</p><p>• Implement and refine best practices for job costing procedures and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Utilize advanced accounting systems to track costs, generate reports, and manage project-specific financial data.</p><p>• Support audit processes and compliance efforts related to job costing and government contracts.</p><p>• Assist with month-end close procedures, including reconciliations and financial analysis related to projects.</p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented, analytically minded Cost Accountant wanting to help a growing manufacturer in developing their processes and procedures to help improve this manufacturing plant’s performance.</p><p> </p><p>Our client is a growing privately held manufacturing company who is seeking an experienced finance professional to work 100% onsite and play a pivotal role in driving business success through actionable insights and cost analysis.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and improve inventory analysis, management, and reporting.</li><li>Will prepare and provide weekly, monthly and quarterly gross margin analysis to senior leadership.</li><li>Will be actively involved with month end closing, journal entries, accruals, inventory roll forwards, etc.</li><li>Provide accurate cost accounting support to enhance operational efficiency.</li><li>Develop meaningful relationships with various members of the operations team.</li><li> </li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.</li><li>At least 3+ years of experience in cost accounting.</li><li>Expertise in inventory, pricing models, purchasing analytics, and BI tools.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a full-time, onsite role in North Houston. If you’re ready to make an impact, share your resume today!</p>
<p><strong>Senior Cost Accountant </strong></p><p> </p><p>A client of ours is looking for a Senior Cost Accountant for a contract role. The Senior Cost Accountant will play a strategic and hands-on role in analyzing manufacturing costs, maintaining standard costing models, and supporting operational and financial leadership with accurate cost insights and reporting. This position requires strong cost accounting expertise, advanced analytical capability, and the ability to collaborate effectively across operations, supply chain, and finance. This individual will work closely with production teams to ensure accurate cost data, evaluate variances, and drive opportunities for cost improvements and operational efficiencies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities of Senior Cost Accountant </strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a key link between Finance and Operations to ensure consistent costing methodologies and accurate cost reporting.</li><li>Maintain, update, and validate standard cost models to reflect current materials usage, labor inputs, and overhead allocation.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis for material, labor, and overhead costs; provide insights and recommendations for corrective actions.</li><li>Support monthly and quarterly financial close activities related to inventory and cost of goods sold.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing data to identify cost drivers, trends, and performance opportunities.</li><li>Prepare detailed cost breakdowns, models, and reporting dashboards to support leadership decision-making.</li><li>Partner with production, inventory, supply chain, and procurement teams to validate costing inputs and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with pricing evaluations, margin analysis, capital project cost reviews, and forecasting efforts.</li><li>Drive continuous improvements in cost accounting processes, reporting tools, and ERP utilization.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Irving, Texas. In this role, you will be responsible for managing inventory operations and ensuring the accuracy of cost accounting processes across multiple locations. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the development of efficient procedures and reporting systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee inventory management across various locations, ensuring accurate counts, monitoring levels, and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Conduct regular reconciliation and analysis between inventory systems and Workday to identify trends and potential improvements.<br>• Collaborate with different departments to establish and maintain effective inventory control procedures.<br>• Complete month-end closing duties, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparing financial reports related to inventory and cost of goods sold.<br>• Provide support during internal and external audits concerning inventory and cost accounting.<br>• Respond to store inventory inquiries and address help desk tickets promptly.<br>• Develop and document policies and procedures for inventory and cost accounting operations.<br>• Generate system reports and create custom queries or ad hoc reports as needed.<br>• Ensure store attributes and vendor rebate programs are accurately maintained across all locations.<br>• Work closely with the procurement team to align item and pricing data between inventory systems and Workday.
<p>Growing aerospace manufacturer is seeking a cost accountant. Based in Pacoima, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial integrity and operational efficiency of our organization. You will be tasked with analyzing costs across our manufacturing processes, identifying opportunities for optimization, and implementing strategies to enhance cost-effectiveness while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide valuable insights and recommendations to support decision-making and drive sustainable growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>• Work with the Controller, Cost Accountant(s) and Operation Management to understand job variances and labor absorption.</p><p>• Review Gross Margin Reports on a Weekly Basis</p><p>• Review cost estimates on new products from the Engineering team</p><p>• Quote parts provided by both the Sales Team and General Managers.</p><p>• Conduct detailed analysis of production costs (actual vs standard)</p><p>• Collaborate with procurement and production teams to optimize inventory management and material usage</p><p>• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness</p><p>• Maintain the Cycle Count Process</p><p>• Provide monthly Key Performance Indicators.</p><p>• Balance Sheet reconciliations</p><p>• Daily AR invoicing to customers</p><p>• Assist in month-end close procedures</p><ul><li>Generate various reports</li><li>Review job closings</li><li>Process WIP Capture</li></ul><p>• Additional responsibilities and projects, as assigned</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing financial records, analyzing costs, and ensuring accurate reporting to support decision-making processes. This position requires strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a solid understanding of cost accounting principles.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records, including vendor files and supplier contracts, while ensuring proper documentation is securely stored.<br>• Process invoices by verifying details, entering them into the system, and managing inter-company transactions.<br>• Post weekly payments into the system and ensure timely processing.<br>• Prepare and deliver accounts payable aging reports, along with other financial reports as needed.<br>• Conduct reconciliations for bank accounts, vendor prepayments, and accounts payable balances.<br>• Analyze costs by understanding the relationships between raw materials, work orders, inventory, and production processes.<br>• Perform physical inventory counts and apply wall-to-wall inventory concepts when required.<br>• Provide support during month-end closing activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting.<br>• Collaborate with various departments to resolve financial discrepancies and improve processes.<br>• Report directly to the Accounting Manager and contribute to the overall success of the accounting team.
<p>For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our client's team in Lexington, Kentucky. This role will focus on providing critical cost accounting and inventory reporting support for our Food Safety division across the United States and Canada. The position follows a hybrid work model, offering a balance between remote and in-office collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct monthly inventory reserve analyses, managing large data sets and collaborating with Operations to identify inventory balances requiring reserves.</p><p>• Analyze monthly manufacturing variances, including direct labor and overhead costs, to ensure accurate capitalization into inventory.</p><p>• Assist in the costing of bills of materials for newly released products and provide support for cost-saving initiatives.</p><p>• Partner with Operations to calculate and verify cost savings actions while proactively identifying opportunities to enhance performance.</p><p>• Play a key role in the annual physical inventory process, supporting cycle counting exercises and improving inventory management practices.</p><p>• Maintain comprehensive documentation for balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy in recorded amounts.</p><p>• Handle ad hoc requests efficiently, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and deliver results.</p><p>• Communicate effectively and manage multiple deadlines, ensuring alignment with cross-functional teams.</p><p>• Drive process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions.</p>
<p>Robert Half is supporting the recruiting efforts of a company in the manufacturing industry to find a Cost Accountant. This is a full time, permanent position in Longmont. It is 5 days in office, hybrid after training, and is paying 85000-100000. Additional information and job requirements are below. For a full job description with company information, and for immediate consideration, please email your resume to Morgan.Racicot(at symbol) roberthalf (dotcom) today … or your Robert Half recruiter if you have one!! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>• Accurately process project-related trade invoices, ensuring verification of receipt of items or services, correct sales tax calculations, and appropriate authorization for payment</p><p>• Prepare monthly client billings and perform reconciliations against actual costs</p><p>• Efficiently resolve subcontractor queries, fostering the development of trust-based working relationships and efficient communication channels</p><p>• Utilize accounting software to authorize and process timely payments to subcontractors</p><p>• Communicate non-compliance issues to subcontractors and coordinate in-house resolutions when necessary</p><p>• Maintain a proactive and responsive approach to internal and external customer service, consistently aiming to exceed customer expectations</p><p>• Verify and process subcontractor payment requests, ensuring accuracy and efficiency </p><p>• Provide insightful analytics or reconciliations such as subcontract reports, labor reports (including hours, rates, and voids)</p><p>• Assist with audit processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations</p><p>• Engage in accounting functions and budget processes to ensure the smooth running of financial operations.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Stow, Ohio. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing and analyzing cost accounting activities while supporting inventory management systems. This position provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial accuracy and operational efficiency within a dynamic manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and maintain cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.</li><li>Assist with inventory management systems and support ongoing operational improvements.</li><li>Perform standard cost roll-ups and develop cost estimates for new manufacturing projects.</li><li>Review and analyze daily work-in-process transactions to ensure precise job costing.</li><li>Investigate and resolve variances related to materials, labor, scrap, and rework.</li><li>Prepare journal entries and execute month-end closing tasks, including inventory valuation analysis.</li><li>Calculate annual labor and overhead rates to aid financial planning and reporting.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records and ensure adherence to accounting standards.</li><li>Serve as a liaison between the accounting team and other departments through effective collaboration.</li><li>Provide guidance to accounting clerks and assist the Controller with additional tasks and special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team in North Tonawanda, New York. This role involves working closely with customers and the sales team to determine optimal application methods and system components that meet specific requirements. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, skilled in cost analysis, and able to coordinate effectively across departments in a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with customers and sales representatives to identify the most suitable system components, including skids, tanks, valves, pumps, and instrumentation.<br>• Review and assess requests for estimates, ensuring they align with company standards and customer needs.<br>• Provide precise calculations for labor, material, and subcontractor costs for various projects.<br>• Source material pricing and obtain competitive bids from subcontractors.<br>• Coordinate with internal departments during the quotation phase to address scheduling, labor requirements, and manufacturing processes.<br>• Act as a liaison between the sales team and customers to clarify concepts, expectations, and project needs.<br>• Organize kickoff meetings with the manufacturing team to ensure alignment on new orders.<br>• Complete additional tasks and projects assigned by management in a timely manner.<br>• Adhere to all workplace safety regulations, utilize protective equipment, and report hazardous conditions or injuries promptly.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in New Paltz, New York. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in analyzing and managing cost structures, supporting strategic financial planning, and ensuring accurate reporting across manufacturing operations. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail to contribute to operational efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Conducting in-depth analysis of production costs, identifying trends, and recommending cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Designing and maintaining robust cost accounting frameworks tailored to manufacturing and service environments.</li><li>Preparing detailed cost projections for both new initiatives and existing product lines.</li><li>Ensuring accurate valuation of inventory and overhead through regular monitoring of transactions.</li><li>Managing monthly and quarterly close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries.</li><li>Leading internal cost reviews and supporting external audit activities.</li><li>Comparing actual production costs against forecasts and standards to highlight variances.</li><li>Partnering with cross-functional teams—operations, procurement, and engineering—to assess cost drivers and improve efficiency.</li><li>Delivering clear financial insights to leadership to guide strategic planning.</li><li>Enhancing internal controls and ensuring compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Supporting ERP implementations and ensuring cost structures are properly integrated.</li><li>Reviewing general ledger activity weekly to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Reclassifying accounts as needed to reflect changes in reporting or operational processes.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting a variety of accounting tasks, including overhead and labor cost analysis, inventory risk analysis, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory costs. Additionally, you will be involved in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, and will play a crucial part in maintaining the integrity of our internal controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough analysis of overhead and labor allocation</p><p>• Assist in the analysis of inventory reserves and coordinate with Operations for timely updates and disposition</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy of inventory costs, and review variances</p><p>• Complete month-end journal entries and reconcile balance sheet and P& L accounts</p><p>• Review SOX controls to ensure adherence to internal controls</p><p>• Assist with the closing and audit activities, including preparation of PBC schedules</p><p>• Manage the maintenance of the cost accounting system</p><p>• Coordinate the preparation of operating budgets</p><p>• Special projects as required.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our client's team in Las Vegas, Nevada. In this role, you will oversee and analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, and operational efficiencies to ensure accurate financial reporting and decision-making. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of cost accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain and evaluate standard costing processes, including periodic updates to labor and overhead rates and conducting cost roll-ups.</p><p>• Analyze and report on manufacturing variances, such as purchase price variances, labor costs, and overhead discrepancies.</p><p>• Reconcile inventory sub-ledger accounts with the general ledger and assess inventory reserves for accuracy.</p><p>• Assist in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs, investigating variances and preparing detailed reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and R& D teams to ensure product costing aligns with operational and project goals.</p><p>• Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries related to inventory and cost adjustments.</p><p>• Develop gross margin reports and provide actionable insights to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes with a focus on manufacturing expenses.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant accounting standards.</p><p>• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving costing accuracy and streamlining accounting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Kathy Beavers at Robert Half, see contact information on LinkedIn.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Detroit, Michigan. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing inventory valuation, analyzing cost variances, and preparing financial reports that drive strategic decisions. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across various departments, including manufacturing, retail, and supply chain, to ensure accurate cost accounting and improve operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and reconcile inventory accounts across manufacturing, retail, and distribution operations to ensure consistent accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct detailed cost analysis, identify variances, and work with operational teams to address discrepancies.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing variance analyses and financial reports related to inventory and cost of goods sold.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date cost data and inventory valuations while overseeing cost roll processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and distribution teams to reconcile inventory transactions and monitor cycle counts.</p><p>• Prepare documentation and respond to external audit requests regarding inventory and cost accounting.</p><p>• Recommend and implement process improvements for inventory management and cost reporting.</p><p>• Provide financial insights to assist leadership in pricing strategies, forecasting profitability, and identifying cost reduction opportunities.</p><p>IF you have questions or would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131. For immediate and confidential consideration please apply today. </p>
<p>We have partnered with a premier client on their search for a Cost Accountant with proven manufacturing accounting expertise. In this role, you will review and control costs related to inventory, provide financial analysis, perform product manufacturing analysis, report on daily inventory, oversee the billing process, create and implement standard costs, perform audits, manage and update costs estimates, assist with client invoicing, follow-up on collection efforts, and research and resolve invoicing or billing discrepancies. The successful candidate will have proven product cost experience, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent time management skills.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do everyday</p><p>· Create annual standard cost updates</p><p>· Inventory Analysis</p><p>· Analyze pricing of goods and services</p><p>· Account Reconciliation</p><p>· Perform profit analysis</p><p>· Generating financial reports and statements</p><p>· Calculate labor rates for goods </p><p>· Manage product cost and margin forecast</p><p>· Assist with month end close</p><p>· Implementing process improvements where needed</p><p>· Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures</p>
<p>Partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in Denver, CO seeking a Cost Accountant. This is a great opportunity to join a small, collaborative team. </p><p>Benefits for the Cost Accountant includes 401k with company match, excellent healthcare benefits, tuition reimbursement, and 3+ weeks PTO. </p><p><br></p><p>The Cost Accountant will be responsible for...</p><p>• Perform comprehensive cost accounting processes, including tracking and analyzing costs associated with manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Manage inventory control by monitoring stock levels, assessing discrepancies, and ensuring accurate reporting.</p><p>• Conduct variance analysis to identify and address deviations from expected costs and budgets.</p><p>• Evaluate excess and obsolete inventory to minimize financial impact and improve resource utilization.</p><p>• Oversee warranty-related financial activities, ensuring proper accounting and cost allocation.</p><p>• Maintain and track fixed assets, ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights and recommendations for cost improvements.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for management review.</p><p>• Support audits and ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Tipton, Indiana. This role is essential to ensuring accurate cost tracking, financial reporting, and profitability analysis within a precision manufacturing environment. If you have a strong background in cost accounting and are passionate about driving financial efficiency, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze production costs and compare estimates to actual figures to identify discrepancies.<br>• Maintain accurate cost data and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.<br>• Compile and evaluate cost and expense information from various departments to support financial decision-making.<br>• Prepare detailed cost and margin reports while assisting in monthly and annual financial closings.<br>• Investigate variances between standard and actual costs to improve accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Provide support for budgeting and forecasting processes, offering recommendations for cost-saving initiatives.<br>• Utilize activity-based costing (ABC) methods to enhance cost allocation and reporting.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that optimize inventory planning and expense management.<br>• Ensure adherence to organizational and industry-specific accounting guidelines.<br>• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts aimed at enhancing overall profitability.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant/Analyst to join our client's manufacturing team in the Lansdale, Pennsylvania area. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your analytical skills and accounting expertise in a fast-paced production environment. As a key contributor, you will provide valuable financial insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and oversee cost accounting processes, including labor, material, and overhead allocations, to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Perform detailed variance and margin analyses to identify trends and areas for cost optimization.</p><p>• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to refine pricing strategies and identify opportunities for cost savings.</p><p>• Build comprehensive financial forecasts and support strategic planning initiatives.</p><p>• Maintain a hands-on approach by engaging with the manufacturing floor to align operational realities with financial data.</p><p>• Provide product-level profitability insights to guide decision-making and enhance business strategies.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices while continuously improving reporting processes.</p><p>• Act as a liaison between operations and accounting to foster collaboration and informed decision-making.</p><p>• Streamline and improve financial models for better forecasting and analysis.</p><p>• Support audits and ensure accuracy in cost-related financial documentation.</p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our clients team. This role is pivotal in analyzing and managing manufacturing costs, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and supporting environmental reporting initiatives. The ideal candidate will blend technical accounting expertise with leadership skills to drive cost efficiency and sustainability efforts within a dynamic manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and maintain the standard cost system, ensuring precise calculations for materials, labor, and overhead rates.</p><p>• Analyze production costs and variances to identify trends and implement cost-saving measures.</p><p>• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to evaluate materials, processes, and efficiency projects.</p><p>• Perform inventory valuation and reconcile discrepancies between perpetual records and general ledger balances.</p><p>• Provide detailed insights into product margins, manufacturing performance, and waste reduction for management.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries related to manufacturing operations and cost allocations.</p><p>• Conduct monthly reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of plant-level general ledger accounts.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes for cost-related accounts and manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Partner with Environmental, Health & Safety teams to analyze and report environmental data such as energy consumption and emissions.</p><p>• Develop sustainability reports and track costs associated with recycling and energy efficiency programs.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please apply or contact directly Steve Fields at 919-787-8226</p>
