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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

Senior Cost Accountant

Livermore, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to support a global manufacturing organization serving the semiconductor and advanced technology sectors in Livermore, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity will contribute to the accuracy of product costing, inventory valuation, and financial reporting within a fast-paced production setting. The role works closely with manufacturing and finance partners to deliver analysis that supports operational decisions and strengthens cost control. Candidates who bring strong cost accounting expertise and a hands-on approach to inventory and variance analysis will be well suited for this position. Responsibilities: • Manage standard cost structures for materials, labor, and overhead to keep product costing current and reliable.• Review inventory balances across raw materials, work in process, and finished goods to maintain accurate valuation and reporting.• Complete month-end cost accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and close support.• Investigate manufacturing, purchase price, and work order variances and communicate key drivers to business partners.• Collaborate with operations teams to assess production performance, identify cost trends, and support informed decision-making.• Evaluate excess and obsolete inventory exposure and assist with reserve calculations and related analysis.• Reassess labor and overhead rates on a regular basis to improve costing accuracy.• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting for cost of goods sold and manufacturing-related expenses.• Support physical inventory activities, review inventory control effectiveness, and provide documentation for audits and compliance requirements.• Prepare recurring financial analyses, including warranty reserve reviews and reporting for monthly and quarterly close packages, while recommending process improvements in cost accounting and inventory controls.
2026-10-14T15:28:46Z

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

Senior Cost Accountant

Eden Prairie, MN
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Bloomington, Minnesota and provide financial insight that supports operational and strategic decision-making. This position plays a central role in manufacturing finance, with responsibility for cost analysis, inventory valuation, forecasting support, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional leaders to turn data into actionable business recommendations. Responsibilities: • Manage core cost accounting activities, including maintaining costing methodologies, preparing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and preserving accurate supporting records. • Support inventory control by participating in physical counts, researching discrepancies, and ensuring inventory balances are properly reconciled. • Evaluate material, labor, and overhead results to explain variances, highlight performance trends, and identify financial risks or improvement opportunities. • Work closely with plant and operations leadership to provide reporting and analysis that clarifies business performance and supports informed decision-making. • Contribute to budgeting, annual planning, and forecast cycles by comparing actual financial results with expected performance and explaining key differences. • Assist with month-end close and improve the quality, consistency, and efficiency of financial reporting processes. • Partner with teams across operations, supply chain, and finance to connect operational activity with financial outcomes and strengthen overall business understanding. • Lead or support special projects, ad hoc reporting, and other finance initiatives based on organizational priorities. • Travel overnight when needed to support business objectives and operational requirements.
2026-09-23T16:34:13Z

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

Sr. Cost Accountant

Comstock Park, MI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support a premium furniture manufacturer in Comstock Park, Michigan through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role will help maintain continuity across core accounting operations while bringing stronger visibility to product costing, inventory accuracy, and margin performance in a mixed-model manufacturing environment. The position will also provide practical insight into costing methods, forecasting opportunities, and process improvements that can strengthen financial decision-making across the business. Responsibilities: • Oversee product and job costing activities for custom and standard manufacturing work, ensuring cost data supports accurate pricing and profitability analysis. • Perform period-end inventory review activities, including count validation, reconciliation, and follow-up on discrepancies that affect financial results. • Lead annual cost updates for existing and newly introduced products, refining assumptions for labor, materials, and machine-related inputs. • Analyze manufacturing and inventory variances to identify unusual cost patterns, margin leakage, and areas where standards may no longer reflect actual operations. • Partner with finance, operations, sales, and product teams to improve cost visibility for new products, commodity-driven inputs, and customer-specific work. • Evaluate current costing practices and recommend practical enhancements that simplify workflows while improving reliability and consistency. • Support month-end close and recurring forecasting cycles by delivering accurate cost-related reporting and financial insights. • Provide informed guidance on business system usage and cost accounting controls, including support for process changes or future platform-related adjustments when needed. • Document key cost accounting procedures and highlight operational or reporting gaps to reduce dependency on individual knowledge and strengthen business continuity.
2026-09-30T20:38:46Z

Senior Cost Accountant Manufacturing Client

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
- USD / Yearly
Follow Shad on LinkedIn at #chalkboardtalk for videos on his open roles. Shad and His team at Robert Half is working with a manufacturing client that is looking for aSenior Cost Accountant to support a manufacturing operation in Houston, Texas. This position focuses on delivering accurate product costing, meaningful financial analysis, and reliable inventory reporting that helps leaders make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in standard costing within a production environment and can translate complex cost data into practical recommendations. Responsibilities:• Develop, maintain, and refine standard cost models for manufactured products to improve the accuracy of financial reporting and operational analysis.• Review material, labor, and overhead costs to identify variances, explain performance trends, and highlight opportunities for cost control.• Partner with production, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate manufacturing performance and strengthen cost visibility across the operation.• Prepare recurring cost reports, inventory analyses, and margin reviews to support budgeting, forecasting, and management decision-making.• Monitor inventory transactions and reconciliations to help ensure valuation accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.• Analyze production results against established standards and provide clear recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability.• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to costing, inventory, and manufacturing financial results.• Contribute to process improvements involving costing methods, reporting workflows, and financial controls within the manufacturing environment. For confidential consideration for this opportunity please e-mail Shad at [email protected] with your Microsoft Word Resume with Senior Cost Accountant in the subject line.
2026-10-09T20:53:47Z

Sr. Cost Accountant

Decorah, IA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a northeast Iowa manufacturer in search of an experienced Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance activities. This position focuses on analyzing product costs, maintaining accurate standard costing, and delivering financial insight that helps improve operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and can translate detailed data into practical recommendations for business decisions. Responsibilities:• Analyze production costs, material usage, labor, and overhead to provide clear insight into manufacturing performance.• Maintain and review standard cost structures to ensure accurate product costing and reliable financial reporting.• Partner with operations and finance teams to investigate cost variances and identify underlying business drivers.• Prepare recurring and ad hoc cost analysis reports that support budgeting, forecasting, and management decisions.• Monitor inventory valuation and reconcile cost-related data to maintain accuracy across accounting records.• Evaluate manufacturing processes and spending trends to recommend opportunities for improved cost control and efficiency.
2026-09-17T17:08:39Z

Sr. Cost Accountant

Portland, OR
onsite
Temporary to Hire
57.00 - 66.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join our client's team in Portland, Oregon on a Contract to permanent basis. This role is ideal for an experience Cost Accounting professional who can bring strong inventory accounting expertise, strengthen cost processes, and introduce effective controls in an environment that needs greater structure. The position will play a key role in improving the financial oversight of inventory, supporting operational accuracy, and preparing the organization for reliable year-end count activities. Responsibilities:• Lead cost accounting activities with a strong focus on inventory valuation, cost analysis, and financial accuracy across inventory-related transactions.• Review and resolve accounting issues involving stock and non-stock items, including improving the treatment and cleanup of non-stock records.• Evaluate current inventory costing practices and provide support in environments using different costing approaches such as average cost and replacement-based methods.• Establish and document practical accounting procedures and internal controls to create a more consistent and reliable inventory accounting framework.• Partner with finance and operational teams to improve visibility into inventory activity and ensure accounting records align with business operations.• Analyze inventory-related financial data to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and support stronger reporting accuracy.• Prepare for and support year-end inventory counts, including reconciliation efforts and follow-up on variances.• Create clear process documentation to support sustainable accounting practices and ongoing compliance.
2026-09-24T17:18:44Z

Cost Accountant

Stockton, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
Steven Lahey with Robert Half is looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join an organization in Stockton, California. This position focuses on delivering meaningful cost insights, maintaining reliable inventory valuation, and supporting sound financial decisions across manufacturing operations. The role partners closely with finance, production, and supply chain teams to strengthen reporting accuracy, improve margin visibility, and identify opportunities for cost efficiency. For immediate consideration please reach out to (916) 649-0832. Responsibilities:• Analyze product and manufacturing costs, interpret spending patterns, and highlight variances that affect operational performance and profitability.• Maintain accurate inventory costing by reviewing valuation methods, monitoring stock activity, and partnering with operations teams to support effective inventory control.• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning by providing cost trends, financial modeling support, and impact analysis for key business decisions.• Prepare cost-related journal entries and reconciliations during the monthly close process, including inventory balances, cost of goods sold, and variance reporting.• Recommend and support initiatives that reduce waste, improve cost discipline, and enhance overall financial performance within manufacturing processes.• Work with cross-functional stakeholders on projects that strengthen internal controls, improve data reliability, and streamline cost accounting workflows.• Provide documentation, analysis, and schedules needed for internal and external audit activities while ensuring alignment with applicable accounting standards.• Translate cost data into clear management insights that help leaders evaluate pricing, margins, and operational efficiency.
2026-10-09T22:28:49Z

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

Long Beach, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
40.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
The Senior Cost Accountant / Financial Analyst is a key member of the Long Beach Finance team responsible for advanced cost accounting, financial analysis, forecasting, operational performance analysis and decision support across the business. The role combines strong manufacturing cost-accounting expertise with forward-looking financial analysis and business partnership. This position works closely with the Finance Director, Accounting Manager, General Manager and Operations leadership to translate financial and operational data into actionable business insights, strengthen financial controls and support profitable growth. The position requires an individual capable of independently analyzing complex financial and operational issues, identifying trends and risks, developing recommendations and communicating conclusions effectively to Finance and operational
2026-10-05T21:08:46Z

Sr Cost Analyst

Plymouth, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
Senior Manufacturing Cost AccountantConfidential Robert Half Search | On-SiteRobert Half is partnering with an established and successful manufacturing client to hire a Senior Manufacturing Cost Accountant. This highly visible position reports directly to the CFO and will play an important role in strengthening product costing, pricing analysis, margin visibility, and overall profitability.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing cost accountant who enjoys digging into the numbers, identifying opportunities, and working directly with senior leadership. Rather than simply maintaining cost accounting records, this individual will help leadership understand profitability by product, program, and customer and provide actionable insight to improve business performance.Responsibilities<ul><li>Own and maintain standard costing for manufactured products, including material, labor, and overhead.</li><li>Develop product-, program-, and customer-level margin and profitability analysis.</li><li>Partner directly with the CFO to identify margin opportunities, investigate unfavorable trends, and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Perform cost rollups and review BOMs, routings, labor rates, overhead assumptions, and production costs.</li><li>Analyze purchase price, labor, overhead, scrap, usage, and manufacturing variances.</li><li>Support quoting and customer pricing decisions with accurate cost and margin information.</li><li>Monitor existing pricing arrangements and identify situations where costs or margins have changed materially.</li><li>Partner with operations, purchasing, engineering, and finance to improve costing accuracy.</li><li>Support month-end close activities involving inventory, COGS, accruals, and cost-related journal entries.</li><li>Assist with physical inventories, cycle counts, reconciliations, and inventory controls.</li><li>Prepare financial and operational analysis for the CFO and executive leadership.</li><li>Help improve costing processes, reporting, controls, and management visibility.</li></ul>For immediate and confidential consideration please contact Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.
2026-09-16T17:48:39Z

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

Cost Accountant

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking a Cost Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This position will play a key role in cost analysis, inventory management, month-end close activities, and supporting operational decision-making across the business. Responsibilities<ul><li>Participate in monthly and year-end close processes.</li><li>Maintain and analyze standard costing and investigate cost variances.</li><li>Assist with inventory accounting, valuation, and cycle count activities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost improvement initiatives.</li><li>Analyze labor, overhead, production, and inventory-related costs.</li><li>Review and maintain product costing data and bill of materials information.</li><li>Partner with operations and leadership to provide financial analysis and reporting.</li><li>Assist with process improvements and special projects as needed.</li></ul> For confidential consideration, send your resume to [email protected].
2026-09-24T22:24:05Z

Sr. Accountant

Mount Laurel, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
Global manufacturer located in the South Jersey area is looking to staff a Senior Accountant with solid understanding of inventory and cost accounting, including overhead allocation, standard costing, and manufacturing variance analysis. This Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial reports, processing accounts receivable/payable transactions, posting journal entries, preparing financial statements, assisting the month end close process, maintaining the general ledger, processing client billings, and ensuring inventory is stocked and maintained. The successful candidate for this role will have excellent leadership abilities, sharp analytical skills, command of the month end process, excellent time management experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Major Responsibilities · Oversee the accounting close process, ensuring monthly and annual financial activities are completed accurately and on schedule· Develop, analyze, and maintain financial statements, account reconciliations, and related reporting schedules· Evaluate manufacturing financial activity, including inventory movements, production costs, overhead, and variances from standard costs· Administer the fixed asset function, including capital additions, depreciation, disposals, and monitoring of ongoing capital projects· Assist with the development of budgets, forecasts, and financial models while providing analysis to support business decisions· Coordinate sales and use tax activities, including compliance requirements, documentation, and responses to audit requests· Collaborate with plant and operations leaders to explain financial results, identify trends, and recommend improvements to accounting and reporting processes· Help strengthen internal accounting procedures and identify opportunities to increase efficiency, accuracy, and financial visibility
2026-09-30T15:18:44Z

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

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

Staff Accountant / Senior Accountant

Oklahoma City, OK
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a Staff Accountant or Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. The level of the position will be determined based on the experience, technical accounting knowledge, and overall qualifications the candidate brings to the role. Previous manufacturing accounting and cost accounting experience are required for this position. The selected candidate will support multiple operating locations and work closely with operations leadership, making a strong understanding of inventory, cost accounting, and manufacturing financial processes essential to success. This position offers the opportunity to own key accounting functions, support month-end close, partner with operational leaders, and contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives within a Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment. Position Responsibilities:<ul><li>Own and participate in the monthly close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and investigate variances.</li><li>Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts.</li><li>Support accounts receivable functions, including aging reviews and collection activities.</li><li>Prepare bank reconciliations and maintain fixed asset records.</li><li>Assist with intercompany accounting and month-end balancing activities.</li><li>Partner with operations and leadership teams to provide financial analysis and reporting support.</li><li>Contribute to ERP optimization and accounting process improvements.</li><li>Support annual audits and other compliance-related activities.</li><li>Perform special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed</li></ul>Travel RequirementThis position will require travel approximately twice per quarter during the first several months of employment to allow the selected candidate to become acclimated to the organization's teams, facilities, and operational processes. Travel is expected to decrease some after the onboarding and integration period is complete.
2026-09-28T16:48:44Z

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

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

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

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

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

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

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