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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

Branchburg, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
South Jersey client within the construction/manufacturing industry is looking to staff a Cost Accountant with a strong background in standard costing and can thrive in a product-based environment. 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. 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.
2026-09-24T19:18:46Z

Sr. Cost Accountant

Purchase, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support a six-week Contract assignment in the Westchester County, NY area.. This hybrid opportunity combines on-site collaboration three days per week with remote work on the remaining two days. The role is suited for a detail-oriented finance specialist with a strong background in manufacturing environments who can provide accurate cost insights, strengthen overhead analysis, and contribute quickly in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities:• Analyze manufacturing costs, overhead spending, and standard cost structures to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improved financial performance.• Maintain and review standard costing data to help ensure product costing is accurate, consistent, and aligned with operational activity.• Prepare detailed cost reports and variance analyses for leadership, highlighting key drivers that affect margins and production expenses.• Partner with finance and operations stakeholders to evaluate inventory valuation, cost allocations, and the financial impact of manufacturing activity.• Support month-end cost accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting tied to production and overhead.• Assess existing cost accounting practices and recommend improvements that enhance reporting quality, controls, and decision-making.• Provide accounting support related to manufacturing financial processes, including any relevant transition-related cost activities when needed. If you are interested in this Sr. Cost Accountant opening, please email your resume in a Word format to joseph.colagiacomo@roberthalf with the subject line: "Sr. Cost Accountant"
2026-10-16T12:33:44Z

Cost Accountant

Union City, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Union City, California. This role focuses on evaluating product costs, maintaining accurate standard costing data, and providing analysis that helps improve operational and financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing environments and can translate detailed cost information into practical business insights. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and monitor standard costs for materials, labor, overhead, and manufacturing activities.</li><li>Prepare cost accounting entries, reconciliations, and reporting in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage inventory valuation, cost rollups, labor reviews, and job closing activities.</li><li>Analyze cost variances and provide insights on key factors impacting performance.</li><li>Evaluate profitability across products, customers, projects, and business segments.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning through cost and margin analysis.</li><li>Create financial models to assess pricing, investments, operational improvements, and sourcing decisions.</li><li>Recommend cost-saving and profit-enhancing initiatives to improve business results.</li><li>Partner with operations, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to strengthen cost management.</li><li>Support new product launches with cost estimates, margin projections, and break-even analysis.</li><li>Monitor inventory activity, cycle counts, and obsolete inventory reserves.</li><li>Maintain internal controls related to inventory, fixed assets, and cost accounting processes.</li><li>Perform ad hoc financial and operational analyses as needed.</li><li>Enhance ERP systems, costing procedures, and reporting tools.</li><li>Develop dashboards and management reports to track financial and operational performance.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and data accuracy.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting analyses and documentation.</li></ul>
2026-10-06T23:03:42Z

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

San Leandro, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support accurate cost reporting and financial analysis for manufacturing operations in San Leandro, California. This position focuses on evaluating product costs, maintaining standard costing methods, and delivering insights that help improve margins and operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with production and finance teams. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Analyze production variances and support root cause investigations.</li><li>Reconcile and close process orders; track operational KPIs.</li><li>Drive cost savings and waste reduction initiatives.</li><li>Provide operational and financial analysis for business decisions.</li><li>Support month-end close, forecasting, and variance reporting.</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and maintain KPI dashboards.</li><li>Assist with budgeting for materials, inventory, and manufacturing costs.</li><li>Manage product costing, cost modeling, and SAP cost runs.</li><li>Develop cost reports and profitability analyses.</li><li>Support financial reporting, process improvements, and scrap analysis.</li><li>Monitor manufacturing routings, scrap rates, and margin impact.</li><li>Oversee inventory transactions and identify process gaps.</li><li>Forecast inventory expenses, variances, and absorption costs.</li><li>Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance on business cases and investments.</li><li>Provide ad hoc financial analysis and decision support to leadership.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T15:28:45Z

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

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.
2026-09-21T17:05:32Z

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.
2026-10-15T15:28:45Z

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>
2026-10-05T13:58:45Z

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

Bedford, NH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
83000.00 - 92000.00 USD / Yearly
For consideration, please reach out to Jennifer Lavoie as soon as possible, ensure to include your most current resume when you apply. Connect with me on LinkedIn at Jennifer Lavoie! If you currently work with a recruiter from Robert Half Finance & Accounting recruiter, please contact them directly. Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and cost visibility within a manufacturing environment for a client in the Bedford, New Hampshire area. This Cost Accountant role focuses on analyzing production costs, maintaining standard costing practices, and delivering insights that help leadership improve efficiency and profitability. The ideal Cost Accountant candidate brings strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of manufacturing cost structures, and the ability to work cross-functionally with operations and finance teams. This Cost Accountant should have 1+ years working with Cost Accounting and/or Inventory. Responsibilities:• Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs to provide accurate reporting on product and production expenses.• Maintain and update standard cost data to reflect current manufacturing assumptions, pricing, and operational inputs.• Review variances between actual and standard costs, identify key drivers, and communicate findings to management.• Partner with plant and finance teams to support inventory valuation, month-end close activities, and cost-related reconciliations.• Prepare cost analysis reports that help guide budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making.• Monitor manufacturing performance trends and recommend opportunities to strengthen cost control and process efficiency.• Support audits and internal reviews by preparing documentation related to inventory, costing methods, and financial records.
2026-10-15T21:38:42Z

Cost Accountant

Oxnard, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team and help strengthen the accuracy and integrity of manufacturing-related financial reporting. This role is responsible for supporting inventory and cost accounting activities, guiding close processes tied to cost of sales and revenue recognition, and delivering analysis that improves margin visibility and operational decision-making. The position also offers the opportunity to provide direction to entry-level team members and contribute to audit readiness, compliance, and continuous process improvement in a fast-paced production environment. Responsibilities: • Manage month-end and quarter-end accounting activities related to inventory valuation, cost of sales, and revenue reporting, including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations. • Review manufacturing cost data and margin performance to identify trends, explain variances, and support more accurate financial results. • Maintain and improve cost accounting procedures, standard costing practices, and related internal controls across the business. • Lead or support physical inventory reviews and audit activities to confirm accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen compliance. • Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to cost accounting and estimating staff, helping develop technical knowledge and consistency in work quality. • Partner with operations, finance, and other stakeholders to translate detailed cost information into clear business insights and recommendations. • Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules, documentation, and analysis tied to inventory, costing, and compliance requirements. • Recommend and implement process enhancements that improve reporting efficiency, financial accuracy, and overall accountability within the manufacturing environment.
2026-09-22T16:08:44Z

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

Asheville, NC
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 93000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accountant to own cost accounting, inventory valuation, month-end close, and variance analysis while partnering closely with plant leadership. This role offers the opportunity to have a direct impact on plant performance, drive process improvements, and grow within a strong manufacturing organization. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage standard costs, inventory valuation, and ERP accuracy</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances, scrap, and inventory reserves</li><li>Lead month-end close, reconciliations, accruals, and plant P& L reporting</li><li>Provide variance analysis and key financial/operational metrics</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, pricing, capital projects, and production planning</li><li>Track capital expenditures and maintain fixed asset records</li><li>Ensure GAAP/internal control compliance and support audits</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency</li></ul>
2026-09-29T18:38:42Z

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

Ogden, UT
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Ogden, Utah. This position supports accurate financial reporting by evaluating production costs, monitoring inventory-related activity, and strengthening general ledger accuracy throughout the close process. The ideal candidate brings hands-on manufacturing accounting experience, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, fully on-site environment. Responsibilities:• Evaluate production spending, inventory movements, and cost fluctuations to help ensure reliable financial results.• Oversee product cost records, including standard costing data, and review updates for accuracy and consistency.• Prepare and support inventory reconciliations while maintaining dependable cost information across reports and accounting records.• Provide cost-based insights that contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and operational planning activities.• Collaborate with plant leadership and finance partners to identify performance patterns and support expense management efforts.• Assist with month-end accounting activities by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and compiling reporting schedules.• Uphold internal control standards and follow established accounting procedures to support compliance and reporting integrity.
2026-10-06T23:23:46Z

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

Cost Accountant

Ocean Springs, MS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing operations by delivering accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and financial insight that strengthens profitability. This role partners closely with production and leadership teams in Ocean Springs, Mississippi to evaluate cost drivers, explain performance trends, and identify practical ways to improve material usage, labor efficiency, and overall plant performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on manufacturing accounting experience, and a disciplined approach to maintaining reliable cost data. Responsibilities: • Build, update, and manage standard costs for manufactured items while ensuring core cost inputs such as bills of materials, routing details, labor assumptions, machine rates, and overhead allocations remain current and accurate. • Develop cost models for materials, labor, and production activity to support product launches, pricing discussions, quotation requests, and management decision-making. • Examine actual material consumption against expected usage, identify unfavorable trends in scrap or yield, and quantify the financial effect of waste, rejects, startup loss, and other production variances. • Review direct labor performance by comparing actual hours and spending to established standards, highlighting efficiency gaps, overtime impact, and staffing patterns that influence cost performance. • Assess machine and production efficiency by analyzing cycle times, downtime, setup activity, utilization levels, and capacity constraints to determine their effect on unit cost and output. • Prepare and interpret manufacturing variance reports across materials, labor, overhead, inventory adjustments, volume, and operational efficiency, then communicate findings and recommended actions to management. • Maintain accurate inventory valuation for raw materials, work in process, finished goods, and packaging, including reconciliation between inventory records and the general ledger. • Participate in physical counts and cycle count activities, investigate discrepancies, and recommend stronger controls for material issuance, production reporting, scrap tracking, and finished goods receipt processes. • Monitor slow-moving, excess, obsolete, or impaired inventory and provide analysis to support reserve recommendations and inventory management decisions.
2026-09-22T16:44:09Z

Cost Accountant

Orange, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a growing manufacturing and retail business in Orange, California. This position will focus on product costing, inventory valuation, and financial analysis that helps leadership understand margin performance and production efficiency. The role is well suited for someone who enjoys partnering with operations, bringing structure to cost data, and contributing to informed business decisions in a hands-on environment. Responsibilities: • Analyze production costs, material usage, labor, and overhead to maintain accurate standard costing across manufactured products. • Review inventory balances and valuation methods to support reliable financial reporting and strong cost controls. • Partner closely with plant and operations leaders to evaluate manufacturing performance, explain cost variances, and identify improvement opportunities. • Prepare margin and profitability reporting that gives leadership clear insight into product performance and key cost drivers. • Support the costing of new products and updates to existing product lines by assessing materials, processes, and expected production expenses. • Monitor standard cost changes and maintain cost records within NetSuite to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy. • Assist with monthly close activities related to inventory and cost accounting, helping deliver timely and accurate results. • Contribute to process improvements, including support for accounting system-related changes that affect costing workflows and reporting.
2026-10-14T17:18:47Z

Cost Accountant

Murfreesboro, TN
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and operational insight within a manufacturing environment in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This position plays a central role in cost analysis, inventory accounting, monthly close activities, and the development of reliable financial processes. The successful candidate will bring a hands-on approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to strengthen reporting and controls in a growing operation. Responsibilities: • Direct product costing activities by maintaining standard costs, validating inventory values, and ensuring cost of goods sold is reported accurately. • Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances, identify underlying causes, and communicate findings that support corrective action. • Manage inventory accounting activities, including reconciliation work and coordination of physical count processes. • Lead month-end close tasks across key accounting areas, reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and account activity for completeness and accuracy. • Strengthen internal controls related to inventory, costing, revenue, and expenses to improve financial reliability and reduce risk. • Refine accounting workflows across purchasing, sales, inventory, and production transactions so processes are consistent and repeatable. • Partner with operations and supply chain teams to ensure financial records accurately reflect production activity and business events. • Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting analysis, highlighting profitability, cost trends, and operational performance drivers. • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis by translating financial and cost data into practical business recommendations. • Support improvements to accounting systems and reporting tools to enhance data quality, cost visibility, and reporting efficiency.
2026-09-16T21:03:47Z

Cost Accountant

Sparta, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
56000.00 - 68000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Sparta, Wisconsin by delivering accurate cost data and practical analysis that guide production, inventory, and pricing decisions. This role partners with plant and finance teams to evaluate product costs, explain margin performance, and strengthen reporting used by leadership. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in manufacturing accounting, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to translate detailed cost information into actionable business insight. Responsibilities: • Analyze inventory valuation, manufacturing spending, and product margins to identify trends, explain cost movement, and connect results to operational drivers. • Build and oversee reliable methods for collecting cost data, ensuring information is organized in a way that supports accurate financial reporting and decision-making. • Establish and refine internal controls related to cost tracking and reporting so plant and financial data remain dependable and consistent. • Maintain labor and overhead absorption rates across plants and work centers, updating assumptions as needed to reflect operational activity. • Lead physical inventory and cycle count activities, research discrepancies, and work with operations teams to correct root causes of variances. • Manage standard cost records, compare actual results to expected costs, and prepare variance analysis to highlight exceptions and support corrective action. • Prepare recurring reports and month-end schedules related to inventory, material costs, plant performance, and margin results, including reconciliations and necessary adjustments. • Review inventory for obsolescence exposure and coordinate appropriate disposition actions to reduce excess and outdated stock. • Spend time in manufacturing areas to better understand process flow, reporting issues, and factors affecting product cost structure. • Contribute to broader accounting projects and departmental priorities as needed.
2026-09-30T21:53:46Z

Cost Accountant

Middleville, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations at our facility in Middleville, Michigan. This role will take ownership of product costing activities, provide insight into manufacturing performance, and work closely with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, inventory-related accounting, and variance analysis within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Act as the primary resource for cost accounting matters at the plant, advising cross-functional teams on costing practices and financial impact. • Collaborate with supply chain and engineering partners to establish, evaluate, and maintain direct material standards used for planning, budgeting, and forecasting. • Work with manufacturing engineering to keep labor standards current, reflect process updates in system routings, and align costing data with shop-floor operations. • Review overhead application methods across products and production groups, track key cost drivers, and recommend opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency. • Assess supplier pricing against historical benchmarks, build complete cost summaries, maintain item cost records, and finalize system updates. • Compare actual production results to expected cost models, investigate differences, and support costing decisions tied to engineering change activity. • Contribute to month-end close, recurring financial reporting, and special analysis requests by identifying data sources and preparing meaningful output for stakeholders. • Lead or assist with standard cost revisions and periodic cost roll activities to ensure bills of material, routing structures, labor assumptions, and overhead rates remain current. • Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances, explain root causes to finance and operations leaders, and help drive corrective action and continuous improvement. • Strengthen costing processes, reporting routines, and internal controls by documenting procedures and training business partners when needed.
2026-10-06T13:08:45Z

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.
2026-09-23T18:23:47Z

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