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Cost Accountant

Stuart, FL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Stuart, Florida. In this role, you will oversee product costing, inventory analysis, and variance reporting while partnering with operations and finance to support planning and decision-making. The position plays an important part in maintaining accurate cost data, improving reporting visibility, and contributing to forecasting and close activities. Responsibilities: • Establish and refine standard product costs to support accurate financial reporting and operational decision-making. • Maintain costing records by updating cost data regularly and validating bills of material for accuracy and completeness. • Calculate costs for machine shipments and projected cost of goods sold to support monthly forecasting activities. • Review and post key monthly cost accounting entries, including purchase price variance, scrap-related expense, and inventory adjustments. • Examine manufacturing variances, identify unusual trends, and help correct reporting issues when discrepancies are found. • Assess warranty-related expenses and prepare the monthly reserve calculation based on current product and claim information. • Partner with operations leaders to create and enhance management reports used for product line performance and cost analysis. • Analyze inventory activity by reviewing cycle count outcomes, comparing book balances to perpetual records, and investigating differences. • Support month-end close, budgeting, annual planning, labor rate development, year-end reporting, and other cost-focused projects as needed.
2026-10-07T14:13:45Z

Cost Accountant

Bridgewater, NJ
remote
Temporary / Contract
27.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a cost accountant for a contract opportunity in the Bridgewater, NJ area. This role is fully onsite and is ideal for candidates who are able to begin working immediately. The client is seeking candidates with experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or construction environment. Cost Accountant / Financial Analyst Responsibilities<ul><li>Analyze operating costs, materials, inventory, and other business expenses to evaluate profitability and support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Monitor and analyze overhead expenditures and cost trends.</li><li>Prepare and maintain monthly budgets in collaboration with operational and department leadership.</li><li>Assist with capital expenditure tracking, reporting, and fixed asset management.</li><li>Support internal and external audits and assist with general ledger activities.</li><li>Manage cost allocations across departments, projects, or business units.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances.</li><li>Support inventory accounting processes, including physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li></ul>
2026-11-02T21:04:37Z

Plant Cost Accountant

Hatfield, PA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
- USD / Yearly
Growing manufacturing firm is looking to hire a detail-oriented and analytical Plant Cost Accountant to support the financial and operational performance of their manufacturing facility. This individual will play an important role in monitoring production costs, maintaining accurate inventory and cost records, analyzing financial results, and providing meaningful insights to support plant management and business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in cost or general ledger accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment, along with strong Excel skills and the ability to work collaboratively with both finance and operations teams. What you get to do everyday· Maintain and analyze standard costs, ensuring accuracy across products, inventory, and manufacturing processes. · Prepare cost analyses, inventory valuations, and variance reporting to support operational and financial decision-making. · Partner with operations and production teams to investigate material, labor, and overhead variances while identifying opportunities for cost improvements. · Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting. · Monitor inventory transactions and support cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure inventory accuracy. · Prepare and maintain cost accounting schedules, reports, and supporting documentation. · Ensure accounting records and financial reporting are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). · Collaborate with cross-functional departments to improve financial processes and strengthen internal controls. · Support budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as needed.
2026-11-04T16:08:40Z

Cost Accountant

Boise, ID
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team in Boise, Idaho on a Contract basis. This role focuses on evaluating production spending, strengthening inventory accuracy, and delivering financial insight that supports operational decisions. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in manufacturing cost accounting and a strong ability to interpret cost drivers, margins, and variances in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Evaluate production-related expenses across materials, labor, and overhead to provide accurate cost visibility • Maintain standard costing data and examine variances to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions • Support inventory accounting activities by preparing reconciliations and participating in cycle count review processes • Contribute to month-end close by recording cost-related journal entries and assisting with financial reporting tasks • Develop analyses on product cost, gross margin, and profitability to inform business planning • Work closely with operations teams to monitor cost patterns and highlight opportunities for improved efficiency
2026-11-04T15:33:45Z

Cost Accountant

Livermore, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
Overview:Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul>
2026-10-26T15:28:45Z

Cost Accountant

Pleasanton, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
Overview:Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:18:45Z

Cost Accountant

Livermore, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
Overview:Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul>
2026-10-30T23:18:45Z

Cost Accountant

Hauppauge, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
Cost Accountant | Hauppauge, Long Island, NYAnna Parson at Robert Half is partnering with a growing Long Island company to find a sharp, detail-oriented Cost Accountant with a strong background in manufacturing cost and inventory accounting. The Cost Accountant is an excellent opportunity for an analytical professional who enjoys driving profitability through accurate costing, reporting, and process improvement.As the Cost Accountant, you will: <ul><li>Manage standard costing, cost accounting, and inventory valuation processes</li><li>Analyze product costs, margins, variances, and profitability trends</li><li>Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) and costing structures</li><li>Perform inventory reconciliations, cycle count analysis, and inventory reporting</li><li>Partner with operations, procurement, and production teams to improve cost controls</li><li>Prepare cost analyses, KPIs, and management reports to support business decisions</li><li>Assist with month-end close, inventory reserves, and financial reporting related to manufacturing operations</li></ul>Seeking an analytical Cost Accountant with a proactive, hands-on skillset with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate operational data into meaningful financial insights.Cost Accountant opportunity offers a sharp, collaborative team with a growing company and excellent benefits! For immediate confidential consideration, contact Anna Parson at Robert Half.
2026-10-16T22:33:51Z

Cost Accountant

Dayton, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
*Robert Half EXCLUSIVE***HYBRID, 2-3 days/week from home*****For more information, contact Jason Young @ [email protected] or 937/637-7759*** Our client, an industry leading manufacturing company who has been in business for over 125 years is looking for a Cost Accountant due to a recent promotion. Our client is offering a very competitive benefits/compensation package, TOP NOTCH culture and room for advancement!Essential Duties:<ul><li>Perform detailed manufacturing cost and financial analysis for the Finance Director, Directors of Operations, and site leadership as needed</li><li>Maintain and periodically review standard costs, including material, labor, and overhead standards</li><li>Prepare and review manufacturing-related journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close support</li><li>Prepare and distribute inventory and operational finance reporting by location and product line</li><li>Participate in relevant site, product line, and operational review meetings and provide financial insight and analysis</li><li>Support forecasting and budget preparation for assigned locations, including labor, overhead, inventory, and manufacturing performance; analyze actual results against forecast and budget and provide clear commentary to Finance and Operations leadership</li><li>Provide strong coordination and financial oversight for annual physical inventory activities across assigned sites and product lines</li><li>Monitor cycle counts compliance, inventory accuracy, and adjustment activity; coordinate with site leaders to review results, identify concerns, and drive corrective action</li><li>Develop and maintain strong working relationships with site leaders, operations teams, and other key personnel and decision makers</li><li>Identify root causes of cost, inventory, and manufacturing variances; make recommendations and follow up on corrective actions with appropriate business partners</li></ul>
2026-10-07T14:28:52Z

Cost Accountant

Dublin, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
Overview:Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul>
2026-10-26T15:33:57Z

Cost Accountant

Rancho Cordova, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a a growing, manufacturing organization is seeking a Cost Accountant to support inventory, COGS, and manufacturing cost functions across multiple sites. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting professional who thrives in a high‑reliability, production‑focused environment and who enjoys partnering with operations and senior leadership. For more information, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832 Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Perform month‑end close activities and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, and fixed assets</li><li>Reconcile inventory, cost of sales, and general ledger accounts </li><li>Analyze variances including purchase price variances and work order variances </li><li>Assist with inventory costing and related ERP activities </li><li>Support internal/external audits including SOX testing and annual reviews </li><li>Track capital expenditures, maintain fixed asset records, and handle prepaid amortization </li><li>Prepare business property tax filings and U.S. Census reporting </li><li>Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to internal accounting policies </li></ul>
2026-11-06T14:38:43Z

Cost Accountant

Lexington, KY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and cost control activities in Central, Kentucky. This role focuses on analyzing production and operating costs, improving reporting accuracy, and helping leaders make informed budgeting and investment decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with accounting systems, capital expenditure tracking, and cross-functional financial analysis. Responsibilities:• Analyze direct and indirect costs to identify trends, variances, and opportunities to improve financial performance• Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, and budget-related analyses to support operational and leadership decisions• Monitor capital expenditure activity and ensure project spending is recorded accurately and aligned with approved budgets• Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to strengthen cost controls and improve the reliability of financial data• Support accounts payable and other core accounting activities by reviewing coding, allocations, and transaction accuracy• Use ERP and accounting software platforms to manage financial records, generate reporting, and streamline routine processes• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks related to inventory, accruals, and cost accounting entries• Evaluate cost structures and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and reporting consistency
2026-10-07T15:48:48Z

Cost Accountant

Sparks, NV
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Ricky Pasquet with Robert Half Finance & Accounting Permanent Placement is recruiting for an experienced Cost Accountant. In this role, you will support product costing, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting while partnering with operations and planning teams to improve cost visibility and business performance. The position is well suited for someone who combines strong analytical ability with hands-on manufacturing accounting experience and a focus on accuracy, controls, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities:• Maintain product cost structures within the ERP system by reviewing master data, validating costing logic, and keeping standards current.• Analyze manufacturing, inventory, purchasing, and absorption variances, identify root causes, and share actionable findings with business partners.• Evaluate raw material cost performance by comparing standard and actual results and highlighting trends that affect production costs.• Support monthly close activities tied to manufacturing operations, including production settlements, inventory-related entries, and reconciliation tasks.• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations to confirm that production and inventory transactions are recorded correctly.• Assist with manufacturing and supply chain reporting by compiling financial data, interpreting results, and communicating meaningful insights.• Review supplier invoices related to raw materials, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate follow-up to resolve issues promptly.• Contribute to internal control, audit, and policy support activities by providing documentation, answering inquiries, and helping strengthen accounting procedures.• Partner with cross-functional teams on process improvement efforts involving supply chain, warehouse, maintenance, and manufacturing transactions connected to the general ledger.
2026-10-26T16:28:45Z

Cost Accountant

Auburn, IN
remote
Temporary / Contract
32.00 - 42.00 USD / Hourly
About the OpportunityA well-established manufacturer is seeking a Cost Accountant to support plant operations and financial reporting. This position will partner closely with production leadership to analyze costs, inventory, and operational performance.Responsibilities<ul><li>Maintain standard costing systems</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances</li><li>Perform inventory reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Prepare financial and operational reports</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities</li></ul>
2026-10-22T19:28:43Z

Cost Accountant

Salt Lake City, UT
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.50 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support a metal fabrication operation in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can combine strong cost accounting knowledge with practical experience in manufacturing and order-to-cash activities. The role will contribute to financial accuracy, cost visibility, and day-to-day accounting support while working closely with operational teams. Responsibilities: • Prepare and maintain cost accounting records to support accurate tracking of material, labor, and overhead within a manufacturing environment. • Analyze standard costs and actual results, investigate variances, and highlight key cost drivers affecting production and profitability. • Record journal entries and support general ledger accuracy through timely reconciliation and review of financial activity. • Assist with order-to-cash processes by monitoring transactions, resolving discrepancies, and helping ensure complete and accurate revenue-related reporting. • Partner with accounting and operations personnel to improve visibility into product costing and manufacturing performance. • Build and maintain Excel-based reports using formulas, PivotTables, and lookup functions to support analysis and decision-making. • Contribute to month-end and periodic close activities by preparing schedules, validating data, and supporting financial reporting requirements.
2026-11-06T23:33:44Z

Cost Accountant

Westminster, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Westminster, Massachusetts. This position supports accurate financial reporting by monitoring product and project costs, maintaining reliable inventory records, and contributing to monthly accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, sound judgment, and the ability to translate operational data into meaningful financial insight. Responsibilities: • Maintain cost accounting records by analyzing raw material, labor, and overhead expenses tied to production and project activity. • Oversee inventory accuracy through ledger maintenance, cycle count coordination, and review of stock valuation results. • Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to assist with the month-end close process. • Apply revenue recognition principles, including percentage-of-completion methods where appropriate, to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Monitor work-in-progress balances and evaluate cost movements to identify variances and support management review. • Partner with operations and finance stakeholders to improve visibility into manufacturing costs and inventory performance.
2026-10-15T14:43:44Z

Cost Accountant

Plainfield, IN
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Plainfield, Indiana. This position will play a key role in strengthening cost visibility, supporting operational decision-making, and improving financial accuracy across production activities. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in manufacturing accounting and can translate detailed cost data into meaningful business insight. Responsibilities: • Analyze production costs and maintain accurate product costing to support pricing, profitability, and financial reporting decisions. • Monitor job-level and standard costs, identifying variances and explaining the operational drivers behind cost fluctuations. • Review and maintain bills of material to help ensure cost data reflects current manufacturing processes and component usage. • Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate inventory activity and improve the accuracy of cost-related records. • Lead or support cycle count reviews and inventory reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in a timely and controlled manner. • Prepare regular cost analysis reports that highlight trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for margin improvement. • Assist with month-end close activities related to inventory, cost allocations, and manufacturing accounting entries. • Utilize ERP tools such as NetSuite or Epicor to manage cost data, reporting, and system-based financial analysis.
2026-11-06T16:04:57Z

Cost Accountant

Galena Park, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing operation in Texas. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can translate production and inventory data into meaningful financial insight that supports sound business decisions. The role calls for strong analytical ability, clear communication, and hands-on experience with cost accounting processes in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities: • Analyze product and production costs to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities to improve financial performance. • Maintain standard costing data and review cost assumptions to ensure accurate valuation of materials, labor, and overhead. • Reconcile inventory activity with the general ledger and investigate variances affecting financial results. • Prepare recurring cost, inventory, and variance reports for leadership to support planning and operational decisions. • Monitor inventory balances and valuation methods to help maintain accurate financial records across manufacturing operations. • Partner with production and operations teams to review cost drivers, inventory movement, and reporting accuracy. • Support month-end close activities related to costing, inventory accounting, and account reconciliations. • Use SAP Business One to manage accounting data, reporting, and cost-related analysis within the manufacturing environment.
2026-11-05T18:28:46Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Reading, PA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Senior Cost Accountant to support manufacturing cost analysis and financial reporting for a multi-site operation in Reading, Pennsylvania. This position works closely with plant leadership, operations partners, and corporate finance to strengthen costing accuracy, inventory controls, and performance insights. The role is well suited for someone who can translate complex manufacturing data into clear analysis while promoting consistent accounting practices across locations. Responsibilities:• Direct costing activities for labor, materials, and overhead across several manufacturing sites, maintaining reliable standards and accurate cost structures.• Evaluate production variances by facility, investigate underlying drivers, and communicate meaningful findings to finance and operations stakeholders.• Work alongside site teams to review inventory balances, cycle count outcomes, and reserve assumptions related to scrap and obsolete materials.• Combine and interpret cost information from multiple locations to support company-wide reporting, planning, and leadership decision-making.• Contribute to enterprise cost accounting initiatives such as policy refinement, control improvements, and implementation-related projects.• Identify savings opportunities and operational efficiencies through detailed analysis, benchmarking, and ongoing review of plant performance data.• Prepare supporting schedules, documentation, and analysis needed for internal reviews and external audit requests.• Visit manufacturing locations when needed to assist with costing priorities, align practices, and improve process consistency.• Provide additional financial analysis and special project support as business needs evolve.
2026-10-13T20:38:48Z

Cost Accountant

Oxnard, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Oxnard, California. This role is responsible for delivering accurate product cost insights, strengthening cost controls, and supporting informed business decisions through thorough financial analysis. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations, purchasing, inventory, and production teams to evaluate cost drivers, investigate variances, and improve the accuracy of cost data across the business. Responsibilities: • Evaluate material, labor, and production-related expenses to measure operating performance and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency. • Monitor the financial impact of design updates, supplier pricing shifts, process changes, and service modifications on overall manufacturing costs. • Create, refine, and maintain documented costing procedures to support consistent and reliable accounting practices. • Prepare recurring analyses that compare standard costs with actual results, highlighting key variances and trends for management review. • Maintain cost records and reporting used to support spending control, budgeting, and operational planning. • Review production cost data, investigate irregular entries, and confirm that inventory and manufacturing transactions are properly reflected in financial records. • Generate cost estimates for new or revised products and provide profitability analysis to support planning and decision-making. • Oversee month-end reporting and follow-up for inventory adjustments, purchase price variance, standard cost updates, aging production orders, and other manufacturing-related general ledger activity. • Partner with production, engineering, planning, purchasing, and inventory teams to resolve structural costing issues, improve master data accuracy, and support monthly cost accounting close activities, audits, and variance reviews.
2026-11-02T22:08:46Z

Cost Accountant

Sausalito, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
105000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team in California. This position plays an important role in managing product costing, inventory accounting, and financial analysis within a manufacturing environment. The individual in this role will work closely with operations, supply chain, procurement, and finance partners to deliver reliable cost insights that support planning and business performance. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced accounting specialist who can combine technical expertise with clear cross-functional communication. Responsibilities: • Direct product costing activities, including setting and updating standard costs, maintaining system cost data, calculating overhead rates, and completing recurring cost updates. • Manage the cost accounting portion of the monthly close by preparing journal entries, reconciling ledger activity, and producing inventory-related financial reports. • Administer inventory reserves for excess and obsolete stock, evaluate exposure with business partners, and support timely disposition decisions. • Review manufacturing and production order data within the ERP environment to confirm that cost inputs are complete, accurate, and aligned with operational activity. • Analyze purchasing, labor, overhead, and production yield variances, then summarize key drivers and recommendations for finance and operations leadership. • Build and maintain recurring cost reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses to highlight trends, exceptions, and margin impacts. • Partner with supply chain, procurement, and operations teams to assess contract manufacturing costs, tolling arrangements, and overall cost modeling assumptions. • Support budgeting and forecasting by providing cost, inventory, and overhead inputs, while also assisting with audit requests, schedules, and control documentation. • Provide guidance to team members, contribute to accounting policies and internal controls, and assist with ERP enhancements, upgrades, or user training as a cost accounting resource.
2026-11-02T18:52:39Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Rockwood, TN
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment for our client in Rockwood, Tennessee. This role focuses on delivering accurate product costing, analyzing performance drivers, and strengthening reporting processes that guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in standard costing, month-end activities, and cross-entity accounting within a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities:• Prepare and maintain standard cost models to ensure product and production costs are recorded accurately.• Review manufacturing performance and investigate cost variances, translating findings into clear financial insights for leadership.• Manage month-end close tasks related to inventory, cost accounting, and related journal entries with a high degree of accuracy.• Partner with operations and finance teams to evaluate cost trends, monitor spending, and support profitability improvements.• Oversee intercompany accounting activity, including transaction review, reconciliation, and elimination entries where required.• Produce recurring and ad hoc financial analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making.• Use QAD and Excel-based reporting tools to extract, validate, and analyze financial and cost data.• Help strengthen accounting controls, reporting consistency, and data accuracy across cost-related processes. The position will require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a CPA is preferred and 3+ years of experience. The position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas.For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview
2026-11-05T12:53:45Z

Cost Accountant

Chestertown, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and operational performance in Chestertown, Maryland. This role will focus on analyzing manufacturing and inventory costs, delivering accurate reporting, and providing insights that help leadership improve profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Examine cost structures across materials, labor, and overhead to uncover opportunities for improved efficiency and reduced spend. • Track production results against established standards, investigate variances, and communicate findings with practical recommendations. • Partner with operations, procurement, and other business teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning activities. • Prepare recurring cost accounting reports and management summaries that clearly reflect financial performance and key trends. • Maintain oversight of inventory costing, including valuation reviews and reconciliation of inventory-related balances. • Support decision-making by assessing how cost fluctuations influence margins, pricing, and overall business results. • Strengthen cost accounting processes by identifying workflow improvements that increase accuracy, consistency, and timeliness. • Ensure financial practices align with applicable accounting requirements and provide support during internal and external audit reviews. • Contribute to the financial evaluation of new products or services by developing cost estimates and related analysis.
2026-10-07T13:58:40Z

Cost Accountant

Azusa, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing team in Azusa, California. This position plays an important role in strengthening financial accuracy by evaluating production costs, inventory activity, and operational results. The individual in this role will collaborate with finance and plant partners to deliver reliable reporting, support close activities, and help leadership make informed business decisions. Responsibilities: • Manage and revise standard cost data for raw materials, direct labor, and factory overhead to keep product valuation current and accurate. • Examine production and purchasing variances, including material usage, labor efficiency, scrap, price differences, and overhead impacts, and communicate key findings to stakeholders. • Review product structures, manufacturing routings, and shop orders to confirm costing inputs properly reflect actual production processes. • Track inventory movements and perform reconciliations between inventory records and the general ledger to maintain financial accuracy. • Research stock discrepancies and work with operations and supply chain teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. • Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities tied to inventory balances and cost of goods sold. • Support cycle count programs and physical inventory events by analyzing count results, reconciling differences, and documenting outcomes. • Produce scheduled and on-demand reports covering inventory valuation, manufacturing costs, and operational performance trends. • Partner with purchasing, engineering, production, and supply chain teams to improve cost reliability, reporting quality, and internal control practices. • Assist with audit requests by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for inventory and cost-related accounts.
2026-10-19T17:33:47Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Malvern, PA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our client's manufacturing team in the Malvern, Pennsylvania area. In this role, you will serve as a critical financial partner to plant and operations leadership, overseeing cost and inventory accounting processes and driving operational and financial decision-making. This position requires a deep understanding of cost analysis, standard costing, and manufacturing performance to ensure accurate financial reporting and informed business decisions. Responsibilities:• Manage key manufacturing cost accounting activities, including monthly closing procedures, transaction reviews, and reconciliations for inventory and cost accounts.• Prepare and validate balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and ensuring compliance with controls.• Review plant-level financial results to ensure accurate reporting and consistency across locations.• Oversee standard costing processes, including updates to standards, governance, and collaboration with operations and supply chain teams to reflect changes in production conditions.• Maintain and verify cost-related master data, such as bills of materials (BOMs), material standards, and transfer pricing.• Analyze and interpret cost and operational variances, providing actionable recommendations to plant and finance leadership.• Develop comprehensive reports on product costs, manufacturing variances, inventory levels, and gross profit performance.• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by building analytical models and conducting cost comparisons for manufacturing performance.• Coordinate physical inventory counts, including planning, execution, reconciliation, and initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy.• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance production reporting and costing processes while collaborating across departments for aligned decision-making.
2026-10-09T07:44:02Z

3179 results for Cost Accountant in Accountemps