<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Homewood, Illinois. This role is integral to ensuring accurate cost analysis and financial reporting within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cost accounting practices, inventory management, and financial reconciliations. The role will offer an annual salary between 80K and 98K with medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401k and paid time off. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform detailed cost analysis, including product and job cost evaluations, to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Manage manufacturing cost accounting processes, including standard cost accounting and variance analysis.</p><p>• Oversee inventory tracking and reconciliation to maintain accurate data and compliance.</p><p>• Support month-end close activities by preparing relevant financial reports and reconciliations.</p><p>• Conduct financial analyses to identify trends and support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations in all cost accounting activities.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline cost accounting practices and enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations for cost reduction and process improvement.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and internal reviews.</p>
<p><strong>Senior Cost Accountant role in Portage, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is working with a manufacturing company in Portage, Wisconsin who is looking to add a Senior Cost Accountant to their team. In this role, you will play a critical part in overseeing and refining the company's standard costing processes while providing valuable insights into manufacturing performance. Collaborating closely with Operations, Finance, and Engineering teams, you will help ensure accurate cost and inventory data that drives informed decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain accurate standard costing processes to support financial and operational objectives.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Monitor inventory and cost data to ensure accuracy and integrity within financial systems.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance visibility into product cost structures and support strategic decisions.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve cost variances, including purchase price, inventory, and manufacturing discrepancies.</p><p>• Perform cost roll-ups and budgeting activities to aid in forecasting and financial planning.</p><p>• Manage and refine the bill of materials (BOM) to ensure accuracy and alignment with production requirements.</p><p>• Provide detailed cost analysis and reporting to support business initiatives and performance reviews.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.</p>
<p><strong>Are you a detail-driven Cost Accountant with construction industry experience?</strong></p><p>We’re looking for a motivated accounting professional to join a dynamic and growing construction company in <strong>South Houston</strong>. This is a great opportunity to have a direct impact on project performance, financial visibility, and operational success.</p><p><strong>Cost Accountant Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Track, analyze, and report on <strong>job costs</strong> for multiple construction projects</li><li>Partner with Project Managers to monitor <strong>budgets vs. actuals</strong> and identify cost variances</li><li>Prepare detailed <strong>project cost reports, WIP schedules</strong>, and forecasts</li><li>Reconcile costs across <strong>GL, sub-ledgers, and project systems</strong></li><li>Assist with <strong>month-end close</strong>, cost allocations, and construction-specific accounting entries</li><li>Support <strong>change order reviews, subcontractor billings, and material cost tracking</strong></li><li>Help improve cost processes, reporting accuracy, and financial insight</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Auburn, Massachusetts. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage the GL, oversee cost reporting, and provide valuable insights to support business operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost analysis and accounting procedures, particularly within manufacturing environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Monitor and maintain job cost accounting and time management systems, ensuring smooth operation and implementing improvements as needed.</p><p>• Execute absorption cost reporting processes, including job cost transfers, inventory tracking, and labor overhead calculations.</p><p>• Perform period-end and quarterly reconciliations to ensure accuracy between accounting and cost systems while completing monthly account reconciliations.</p><p>• Organize and lead year-end audits, including physical inventory counts, revaluations, and reporting.</p><p>• Develop and share accounting procedures with sales and production teams to assess profitability at various levels.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports on bookings, shipments, production, and financial projections for management and stakeholders.</p><p>• Act as system administrator to oversee servers, company computers, and network security, while managing IT service contracts and budgets.</p><p>• Coordinate server upgrades, maintenance, and procure new equipment to meet operational needs.</p><p>• Create ad hoc analyses to support strategic decisions and address specific inquiries from supervisors and owners.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Cost Accountant to join our team in Marlboro, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and delivering precise cost analysis within a manufacturing environment. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are eager to grow your expertise, this position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career.</p><p><br></p><p>For Immediate interview please call Victor Muller at 508 205 2136</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile general accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.</p><p>• Collaborate on month-end and year-end closures, including assisting with audits and generating reports.</p><p>• Analyze and oversee project costs while ensuring inventory accuracy through regular reviews.</p><p>• Manage fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and support accounts payable processes when necessary.</p><p>• Conduct price and quote reviews to validate cost effectiveness and maintain financial integrity.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and adhere to regulatory standards in all financial operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in North Plano, Texas. This is a long-term contract-to-hire position ideal for someone with a strong background in manufacturing cost accounting and cost analysis. The role involves managing and analyzing costs related to raw materials, inventory, and production processes to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective cost control.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and monitor manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead expenses.</p><p>• Develop and maintain standard cost accounting systems to support accurate reporting and decision-making.</p><p>• Perform cost variance analysis to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.</p><p>• Collaborate with production and procurement teams to optimize cost efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports on cost structures and inventory valuation.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies in cost accounting processes.</p><p>• Conduct audits of inventory and manufacturing costs to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by providing cost-related insights.</p><p>• Assist with the implementation of cost control measures across departments.</p><p>• Provide recommendations to improve financial performance based on cost analysis.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. This long-term contract position requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in cost analysis and manufacturing accounting. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing production costs, and supporting management with actionable insights.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare journal entries and perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Conduct variance analyses to identify cost discrepancies and provide insights for improvement.<br>• Review and record revenues, commissions, and expenses on a monthly basis.<br>• Develop comprehensive cost and pricing models, including labor, material, overhead costs, and capacity planning impacts.<br>• Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly production runs to summarize cost impacts and identify trends.<br>• Communicate production cost updates to management, highlighting areas for potential improvement.<br>• Update annual price lists based on projected costs for various channels, including school bids and retail.<br>• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and examining account information.<br>• Manage fixed asset accounting and assist with regulatory filings, audits, and tax submissions.<br>• Document and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and support financial security.
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Shakopee, Minnesota. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing cost accounting functions, supporting global manufacturing operations, and providing detailed financial analyses to drive organizational goals. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the success of an innovative company within the semi-conductor and electric component manufacturing industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze manufacturing and supply chain expenses, providing variance explanations to operations leaders.<br>• Develop, implement, and maintain cost accounting systems and associated documentation.<br>• Support product costing processes, including setup and cost evaluation for new product introductions.<br>• Participate in inventory cycle counts and verification to ensure accurate inventory records.<br>• Deliver financial insights and cost analyses to cross-functional teams for decision-making.<br>• Assist in preparing the annual manufacturing and supply chain budget, ensuring proper cost absorption.<br>• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures.<br>• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to support management in strategic decision-making.
<p>Robert Half is supporting the recruiting efforts of a company in the manufacturing industry to find a Cost Accountant. This is a full time, permanent position in Longmont. It is 5 days in office, hybrid after training, and is paying 85000-100000. Additional information and job requirements are below. For a full job description with company information, and for immediate consideration, please email your resume to Morgan.Racicot(at symbol) roberthalf (dotcom) today … or your Robert Half recruiter if you have one!! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>• Accurately process project-related trade invoices, ensuring verification of receipt of items or services, correct sales tax calculations, and appropriate authorization for payment</p><p>• Prepare monthly client billings and perform reconciliations against actual costs</p><p>• Efficiently resolve subcontractor queries, fostering the development of trust-based working relationships and efficient communication channels</p><p>• Utilize accounting software to authorize and process timely payments to subcontractors</p><p>• Communicate non-compliance issues to subcontractors and coordinate in-house resolutions when necessary</p><p>• Maintain a proactive and responsive approach to internal and external customer service, consistently aiming to exceed customer expectations</p><p>• Verify and process subcontractor payment requests, ensuring accuracy and efficiency </p><p>• Provide insightful analytics or reconciliations such as subcontract reports, labor reports (including hours, rates, and voids)</p><p>• Assist with audit processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations</p><p>• Engage in accounting functions and budget processes to ensure the smooth running of financial operations.</p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented, analytically minded Cost Accountant wanting to help a growing manufacturer in developing their processes and procedures to help improve this manufacturing plant’s performance.</p><p> </p><p>Our client is a growing privately held manufacturing company who is seeking an experienced finance professional to work 100% onsite and play a pivotal role in driving business success through actionable insights and cost analysis.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and improve inventory analysis, management, and reporting.</li><li>Will prepare and provide weekly, monthly and quarterly gross margin analysis to senior leadership.</li><li>Will be actively involved with month end closing, journal entries, accruals, inventory roll forwards, etc.</li><li>Provide accurate cost accounting support to enhance operational efficiency.</li><li>Develop meaningful relationships with various members of the operations team.</li><li> </li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.</li><li>At least 3+ years of experience in cost accounting.</li><li>Expertise in inventory, pricing models, purchasing analytics, and BI tools.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a full-time, onsite role in North Houston. If you’re ready to make an impact, share your resume today!</p>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our dynamic team in White Bear Township, Minnesota. In this role, you will analyze and manage costs associated with materials, labor, and overhead while ensuring accurate inventory reporting and profitability analysis. This position is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong background in cost accounting and manufacturing processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed analysis of material, labor, fixed overhead, and variable overhead costs to identify variances and recommend strategies for improvement.<br>• Investigate profitability changes in products, determine root causes, and develop corrective actions for implementation.<br>• Manage the cost implementation process for new part numbers and ensure company-wide updates of labor and overhead rates.<br>• Perform inventory reviews to identify obsolete parts and ensure accurate reserve amounts while executing disposal procedures.<br>• Collaborate with the production team to manage scrap quantities and establish appropriate disposal or vendor return policies.<br>• Oversee the cycle count program to maintain inventory quantity accuracy and reliability.<br>• Prepare for external audits by analyzing costs using price tests and developing necessary schedules for auditors.<br>• Participate in system updates and enhancements to improve cost accounting processes.<br>• Assist in planning and forecasting by analyzing estimated costs for budgeting and determining make-versus-buy decisions.<br>• Develop and refine policies and procedures to enhance the efficiency of the cost accounting department.
<p>Responsibilities and Duties:</p><p>• Collect, organize, and analyze products and operational costs into a database of expenses</p><p>• Develop and implement cost standards</p><p>• Reviewing actual costs versus cost standards for inaccuracies and variances</p><p>• Record cost information for use in controlling expenditures.</p><p>• Validate and analyze the cost of goods sold as part of the month-end close</p><p>• Reconcile and manage accrued accounts payable un-invoiced receipts</p><p>• Provide support for annual physical inventories and cycle counts including inventory analysis</p><p>• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and management teams to improve efficiency and cost savings</p><p>• Data entry and computation </p><p>• Generate journal entries based on monthly account</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p>• U.S. Work Authorization</p><p>• Degree in Accounting Finance, or other relevant business field</p><p>• 1 - 2 years of work experience as a cost accountant, cost analyst, accountant, or similar role</p><p>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Outlook Email as well as ERP/accounting systems</p><p>• Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail</p><p>• Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information</p><p>• Time management skills, ability to function in high pressure situations and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment</p><p>• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</p><p>• Be dependable, on-time, and have reliable transportation</p><p>• Demonstrated skill in ERP Software is a plus</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Cleveland, Ohio. This role is perfect for someone with experience in food manufacturing who thrives in a focused, quiet work environment. The position offers a great opportunity to take ownership of cost accounting processes and contribute to the financial success of the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain accurate cost accounting systems tailored to food manufacturing operations.<br>• Perform annual reviews and updates of standard costs to ensure alignment with financial goals.<br>• Analyze raw material inventory and purchasing activities to optimize cost efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with the purchasing department to track and manage materials effectively.<br>• Implement activity-based costing methods to provide actionable insights for decision-making.<br>• Prepare and present cost analysis reports to support business strategy and operational improvements.<br>• Monitor and reconcile variances in production costs to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Utilize Dynamics GP and Microsoft Excel to manage and report on financial data.<br>• Support internal audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and policies.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Wilmington, Massachusetts. This role involves managing cost and inventory accounting while supporting month-end financial processes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting operations and have a keen eye for detail.</p><p><br></p><p>For additional information and consideration, please send your resume to michael.abate@roberthalf;com</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee cost accounting activities, including monitoring inventory and analyzing variances.</p><p>• Assist with month-end financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Maintain and update annual standard cost data to reflect business operations.</p><p>• Analyze the cost of goods sold (COGS) and provide insights to support financial decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to ensure proper tracking of accounts payable and cash activity.</p><p>• Utilize ERP systems to manage and report on financial data effectively.</p><p>• Conduct audits to ensure adherence to accounting standards and internal controls.</p><p>• Support budgeting processes by providing detailed cost analysis and forecasts.</p><p>• Assist in developing and implementing accounting policies to improve operational efficiency.</p>
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team in North Tonawanda, New York. This role involves working closely with customers and the sales team to determine optimal application methods and system components that meet specific requirements. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, skilled in cost analysis, and able to coordinate effectively across departments in a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with customers and sales representatives to identify the most suitable system components, including skids, tanks, valves, pumps, and instrumentation.<br>• Review and assess requests for estimates, ensuring they align with company standards and customer needs.<br>• Provide precise calculations for labor, material, and subcontractor costs for various projects.<br>• Source material pricing and obtain competitive bids from subcontractors.<br>• Coordinate with internal departments during the quotation phase to address scheduling, labor requirements, and manufacturing processes.<br>• Act as a liaison between the sales team and customers to clarify concepts, expectations, and project needs.<br>• Organize kickoff meetings with the manufacturing team to ensure alignment on new orders.<br>• Complete additional tasks and projects assigned by management in a timely manner.<br>• Adhere to all workplace safety regulations, utilize protective equipment, and report hazardous conditions or injuries promptly.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant for our client in Holden, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to full time position, you will play a critical role in analyzing and managing financial impacts related to operations, logistics, and inventory control. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting practices, particularly within manufacturing environments, and demonstrate proficiency in financial systems such as Great Plains.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and track sales, cost of sales, and gross margins across product lines to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Support financial planning processes, including annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and strategic plans.</p><p>• Monitor job costs to verify proper allocation of materials, labor, and overhead.</p><p>• Perform accurate inventory valuation, including raw materials and finished goods, under average and actual costing methodologies.</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee annual physical inventory processes while implementing cycle count programs to enhance accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct quarterly assessments of excess and obsolete inventory and manage lower cost or market calculations.</p><p>• Provide detailed analysis of manufacturing costs, including labor, overhead, and warranty expenses.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports to support capital investment evaluations and product-related decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure timely month-end reconciliations and journal entries related to cost accounting.</p><p>• Generate and maintain metrics reports, including inventory levels, labor hours, and other operational data.</p>
<p>We are seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting a variety of accounting tasks, including overhead and labor cost analysis, inventory risk analysis, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory costs. Additionally, you will be involved in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, and will play a crucial part in maintaining the integrity of our internal controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough analysis of overhead and labor allocation</p><p>• Assist in the analysis of inventory reserves and coordinate with Operations for timely updates and disposition</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy of inventory costs, and review variances</p><p>• Complete month-end journal entries and reconcile balance sheet and P& L accounts</p><p>• Review SOX controls to ensure adherence to internal controls</p><p>• Assist with the closing and audit activities, including preparation of PBC schedules</p><p>• Manage the maintenance of the cost accounting system</p><p>• Coordinate the preparation of operating budgets</p><p>• Special projects as required.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Tucson, Arizona. In this role, you will play a critical part in analyzing production costs, managing inventory valuation, and contributing to financial planning for operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of cost accounting principles to support strategic business decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze production costs, including materials, labor, and overhead, to identify variances and recommend improvements for greater efficiency.<br>• Manage inventory costing and valuation for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure accurate reporting.<br>• Collaborate with departments to prepare cost budgets and forecasts that align with strategic objectives.<br>• Implement and monitor compliance with accounting standards and internal controls to enhance accuracy and reduce inefficiencies.<br>• Prepare detailed cost reports using ERP systems to assess operational performance and identify opportunities for cost savings.<br>• Provide insights into financial data to support decision-making processes and operational strategies.<br>• Conduct audits of cost structures to ensure alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Assist in the development and execution of budget processes to optimize resource allocation.<br>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.
<p>Great Hybrid Opportunity! We are looking for a meticulous and analytical Cost Accountant to join our team in Yreka, California. In this role, you will play a key part in evaluating manufacturing costs, establishing cost standards, and delivering actionable insights to support financial planning and operational strategies. Ideal candidates will bring expertise in cost accounting within manufacturing or high-tech industries, particularly in standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>This role offers great compensation and benefits, as well as a hybrid work schedule!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain standard cost systems for manufacturing products and processes.</p><p>• Evaluate cost variances, including material, labor, and overhead, and recommend strategies to enhance financial and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate allocation of product costs.</p><p>• Conduct inventory valuation, reconcile inventory accounts with the general ledger, and oversee cycle counts and audits.</p><p>• Prepare detailed monthly reports on costs, gross margins, and key performance metrics.</p><p>• Provide cost-related data to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.</p><p>• Monitor changes in Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and process efficiencies that could impact cost structures.</p><p>• Assist in setting and adjusting standard costs annually based on operational updates.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and applicable accounting standards.</p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Plant Cost Accountant to join our team at a manufacturing facility in Memphis, Tennessee. This role is integral to maintaining financial accuracy and efficiency, with a focus on fixed asset management, inventory reporting, and operational analysis. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and demonstrate exceptional analytical capabilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage fixed assets by overseeing commissioning, decommissioning, and conducting audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Coordinate capital expenditures, including processing invoices, maintaining project tracking systems, and capitalizing assets.<br>• Collect, analyze, and report inventory data, including daily transfers, packaging line variances, and weekly physical count reconciliations.<br>• Perform operational reviews by analyzing manual field data and comparing it with automated checkpoints to ensure data consistency.<br>• Support month-end close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy in the general ledger.<br>• Assist in the creation of manufacturing budgets, mid-year forecasts, year-end reviews, and audit requests.<br>• Track and forecast expenses through general ledger reviews to support management reporting.<br>• Contribute to longer-term raw material trend analysis and weekly rice reconciliations through cross-training and collaboration.<br>• Provide backup support for other accounting personnel as needed, ensuring seamless operations.<br>• Handle additional tasks as assigned by the Plant Accounting Supervisor or other management personnel.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in a long-term contract position. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in manufacturing cost accounting and proficiency in inventory tracking and analysis. The position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the financial success of the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee inventory accounting processes, including standard costs for manufacturing plants and material variance analysis.<br>• Utilize NetSuite or similar systems to manage cost accounting tasks and ensure accurate data reporting.<br>• Analyze manufacturing costs to identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization.<br>• Maintain accurate inventory tracking and reconciliation to support financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on cost-related processes and objectives.<br>• Develop and implement cost analysis strategies to improve operational efficiency.<br>• Monitor and report on material variances and other key metrics impacting production costs.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies in all cost accounting activities.<br>• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders to support decision-making.<br>• Provide expert guidance on cost accounting best practices within a manufacturing environment.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our client's team in Las Vegas, Nevada. In this role, you will oversee and analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, and operational efficiencies to ensure accurate financial reporting and decision-making. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of cost accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain and evaluate standard costing processes, including periodic updates to labor and overhead rates and conducting cost roll-ups.</p><p>• Analyze and report on manufacturing variances, such as purchase price variances, labor costs, and overhead discrepancies.</p><p>• Reconcile inventory sub-ledger accounts with the general ledger and assess inventory reserves for accuracy.</p><p>• Assist in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs, investigating variances and preparing detailed reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and R& D teams to ensure product costing aligns with operational and project goals.</p><p>• Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries related to inventory and cost adjustments.</p><p>• Develop gross margin reports and provide actionable insights to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes with a focus on manufacturing expenses.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant accounting standards.</p><p>• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving costing accuracy and streamlining accounting processes.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Kathy Beavers at Robert Half, see contact information on LinkedIn.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA. This role plays a critical part in overseeing inventory costing, financial reporting, and performance analysis within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will collaborate with operational and corporate teams to drive financial insights, optimize margins, and support strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee monthly processes for inventory costing and cost of goods accounting to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage and maintain organizational routing setups and assist with supply chain purchase orders.</p><p>• Coordinate and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close procedures within established deadlines.</p><p>• Prepare detailed account reconciliations, journal entries, and documentation for audit purposes.</p><p>• Act as a financial partner to operations and corporate teams, analyzing performance data, identifying variances, and proposing actionable improvements.</p><p>• Facilitate the preparation of budgets and forecasts while generating detailed financial reports using Global Insight Software.</p><p>• Provide comprehensive variance analyses to help identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for operational efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and practices while supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the finance team.</p>
<p>🚨 <strong>NOW HIRING: Sr. Cost Accountant | Duncan / Greer, SC | Up to $100K</strong> 🚨</p><p><br></p><p>We’re partnering with a <strong>growing manufacturer in the Duncan / Greer corridor</strong> to add a <strong>Senior Cost Accountant</strong> to their team. This is a <strong>high-visibility role</strong> with excellent mentorship and a supportive boss/team culture.</p><p><br></p><p>🔍 What You’ll Do</p><ul><li>Perform <strong>standard costing, variance analysis, and margin reporting</strong></li><li>Partner with leadership on <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and FP& A</strong></li><li>Provide insights into <strong>cost drivers</strong> that impact profitability</li><li>Support <strong>month-end close</strong> and continuous process improvements</li></ul><p>✅ Requirements</p><ul><li><strong>Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance</strong> (CPA/CMA a plus)</li><li><strong>3+ years of cost accounting</strong> experience in a <strong>manufacturing environment</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>GAAP and cost accounting principles</strong></li><li>Proficiency with <strong>Excel and ERP systems</strong></li><li>Excellent communication skills — able to turn data into actionable insights</li></ul><p>💲 Compensation & Culture</p><ul><li>Up to <strong>$100K base salary</strong></li><li><strong>Excellent benefits package</strong></li><li>Supportive, collaborative environment with a <strong>great boss and team</strong></li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Allentown, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing cost-related processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting operational improvements. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in cost accounting and a passion for driving financial accuracy and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain and improve the standard costing and inventory systems, including cost of goods sold, inventory valuation, bill of materials, and work order variances.<br>• Assist in month-end closing activities, such as preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and analyzing financial statements.<br>• Support the development and review of financial justifications for capital projects, track spending and timing, and report variances against budgets and forecasts.<br>• Generate periodic financial control reports, including inventory and scrap accounting, to monitor plant performance.<br>• Collaborate with the team to resolve issues related to accounts payable and accounts receivable.<br>• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory turns, gross margin, and inventory accuracy.<br>• Assist the controller in updating standard costs, inventory valuations, and conducting annual re-costing processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations by designing and assessing internal controls and reporting to management.<br>• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to support business decision-making.
