Tyler Houk (Practice Director) with Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant wi to join our dynamic manufacturing team in Fresno, California. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, analyzing operational performance, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will collaborate across departments to drive process improvements and maintain compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities:• Develop, maintain, and improve standard cost structures for materials, labor, and overhead within a manufacturing environment.• Conduct detailed variance analysis to compare standard and actual costs, offering actionable recommendations to enhance efficiency and margins.• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to assess cost drivers and optimize production processes.• Oversee inventory reconciliation processes, including cycle counts and physical inventory reviews, ensuring accurate valuation.• Manage monthly close activities related to cost of goods sold, work-in-progress, and inventory entries.• Analyze complex manufacturing contracts and sales orders to ensure accurate revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards.• Monitor contract milestones and production schedules to align costs and revenue accurately.• Prepare journal entries for revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and contract-related assets and liabilities.• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting regulations.• Mentor less experienced team members and contribute to the development of best practices in cost and contract accounting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.• A minimum of 6–8 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 4 years in a manufacturing environment.• Strong expertise in cost accounting, inventory control, and standard costing practices.• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex data modeling.• Experience with ERP systems, such as Epicor or similar platforms.• Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOMs), production routings, and manufacturing processes.• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide actionable insights.• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. For confidential consideration apply directly or reach out to Tyler Houk on LinkedIn!

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Fresno, CA
onsite
Permanent
80000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Tyler Houk (Practice Director) with Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant wi to join our dynamic manufacturing team in Fresno, California. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, analyzing operational performance, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will collaborate across departments to drive process improvements and maintain compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities:• Develop, maintain, and improve standard cost structures for materials, labor, and overhead within a manufacturing environment.• Conduct detailed variance analysis to compare standard and actual costs, offering actionable recommendations to enhance efficiency and margins.• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to assess cost drivers and optimize production processes.• Oversee inventory reconciliation processes, including cycle counts and physical inventory reviews, ensuring accurate valuation.• Manage monthly close activities related to cost of goods sold, work-in-progress, and inventory entries.• Analyze complex manufacturing contracts and sales orders to ensure accurate revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards.• Monitor contract milestones and production schedules to align costs and revenue accurately.• Prepare journal entries for revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and contract-related assets and liabilities.• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting regulations.• Mentor less experienced team members and contribute to the development of best practices in cost and contract accounting.
2025-09-09T16:34:57Z