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Cost Accountant

Gaffney, SC
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking an entry-level Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This is a great opportunity for an entry level or early-career professional to build a strong foundation in cost accounting while gaining hands-on exposure to production costs, inventory, month-end close, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is ideal for someone analytical, eager to learn, and excited to grow in a position that supports both financial accuracy and operational decision-making. Why this role stands out<ul><li>Strong entry-level opportunity for someone with a bachelor’s degree looking to launch a career in accounting or finance</li><li>Hands-on exposure to cost accounting in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with operations, supply chain, and finance teams</li><li>Involvement in reporting, analysis, budgeting support, and month-end activities</li><li>Great role for someone who wants to learn, grow, and build valuable analytical experience</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Analyze manufacturing expenses, material usage, labor activity, and overhead to help provide insight into product and production costs</li><li>Maintain and update standard cost data to support accurate inventory valuation and financial reporting</li><li>Review cost variances, identify trends and drivers, and assist in communicating findings to support decision-making</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to support cost controls and improve visibility into manufacturing performance</li><li>Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports related to production trends, spending, and profitability</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities related to inventory, cost allocations, and manufacturing accounting entries</li><li>Support analyses that contribute to pricing, budgeting, and forecasting processes</li><li>Participate in process improvements related to costing methods, reporting accuracy, and financial workflows</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Denver, CO
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 94000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and operational insight for manufacturing activities in Littleton, Colorado. This position focuses on inventory valuation, cost analysis, and financial reporting while partnering with cross-functional teams to improve processes and strengthen decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful business recommendations. Responsibilities:• Maintain and enhance cost accounting processes and financial controls to support accurate reporting and compliance with accounting standards.• Review inventory balances, production activity, and related transactions to help ensure assets are valued correctly and protected through effective controls.• Calculate manufacturing variances, investigate key drivers, and communicate findings to operations partners to support timely performance analysis.• Partner with business and plant stakeholders to build profit and loss plans for assigned product lines and contribute cost estimates for new offerings.• Assess inventory and production procedures, identify control gaps or inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen accuracy and consistency.• Support the creation and maintenance of standard costs for designated product lines and compare actual results against expected performance.• Analyze general ledger and subledger data, research unusual items, and resolve discrepancies to improve the reliability of financial information.• Prepare period-over-period financial comparisons and summarize results with clear commentary for management review.• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on cost-related transactions, accounting procedures, and reporting expectations.• Expand reporting capabilities by leveraging enterprise systems and financial applications to deliver more useful operational and accounting insight.
2026-06-13T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Long Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
📈 Cost Analyst – Long Beach, CA | Hybrid | Manufacturing | High-Growth OpportunityWe’re seeking a Cost Analyst to join our manufacturing team in Long Beach. If you're detail-oriented, love digging into inventory and costing, and have a passion for improving processes, this is your opportunity to grow with a fast-moving company.What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Analyze inventory and product costing data to support month-end close</li><li>Prepare journal entries, reconcile GL accounts, and ensure financial accuracy</li><li>Validate inventory reports and stock valuations</li><li>Work cross-functionally to streamline cost and inventory processes</li><li>Identify variances, investigate root causes, and recommend improvements</li><li>Use ERP systems to manage cost and inventory data</li><li>Support audits and provide documentation as needed</li></ul>What You Bring:<ul><li>Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory processes</li><li>Experience in manufacturing environments preferred</li><li>Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel</li><li>A mindset for continuous improvement and process optimization</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>High-growth company with room to advance</li><li>Hybrid schedule (mix of on-site and remote)</li><li>Competitive salary + full benefits</li></ul> For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013216885 email resume to [email protected]
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Lawrence, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys turning numbers into insights? We are seeking a Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing team and play a key role in analyzing product costs, improving margins and supporting smarter business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work cross-functionally with operations, inventory and finance leaders in a fast-paced environment where your work will have a direct impact on performance.If you enjoy digging into data, identifying trends and helping a business operate more efficiently, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Analyze raw materials, labor and overhead costs to support accurate product costing</li><li>Maintain and update standard costs, bills of materials and inventory-related data</li><li>Monitor manufacturing variances and provide reporting on cost trends and performance</li><li>Assist with month-end close, inventory reconciliations and financial reporting activities</li><li>Partner with production, operations and supply chain teams to improve cost visibility</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and margin analysis</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement and stronger controls</li><li>Help ensure accuracy in inventory valuation and manufacturing accounting processes</li><li>Assist with audits and provide documentation related to cost accounting and inventory</li></ul>
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Hauppauge, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Sr. Cost Accountant – ManufacturingHauppauge, Long Island, NYAnna Parson at Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in Hauppauge seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant. This role will support inventory accuracy, cost analysis, and operational decision-making in a fast-paced production environment.As the Sr. Cost Accountant, you will: <ul><li>Prepare inventory accounting reconciliations, rollforwards, journal entries, inventory reserve analyses, and handle all aspects of the month end close related to Inventory/COGS to inventory balances are accurate and properly reflected in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Analyze standard costing, labor, overhead, manufacturing variances, and margins at the product and batch level</li><li>Update and maintain cost data tied to bills of materials and manufacturing processes</li><li>Partner with operations and plant leadership to review expenses, improve cost visibility, and strengthen controls</li><li>Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and audit support</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance reporting accuracy, processes, and cost controls</li></ul>Why This Role<ul><li>High-impact role within a growing manufacturing organization</li><li>Strong visibility to operations and leadership</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits</li></ul>Contact Anna Parson at Robert Half if you’re a hands-on Cost Accountant looking for a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing opportunity on Long Island or apply today.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Heber Springs, AR
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and operational decision-making within a manufacturing environment in Heber Springs, Arkansas. This role will focus on analyzing product costs, maintaining reliable standard costing data, and providing insight into cost performance across production activities. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, practical experience in manufacturing cost structures, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable recommendations. The salary range will be $80,000 - $95,000 DOE with phenomenal benefits and clear opportunity to be a part of a thriving company! Please reach out to Austen Zemrock on LinkedIn for a direct confidential conversation or email me a Word version of your resume for more information. Responsibilities:• Analyze production, material, and labor expenses to determine accurate product costs and identify meaningful cost trends.• Maintain and review standard costing records, ensuring updates reflect current manufacturing operations and pricing conditions.• Prepare regular cost reports and variance analyses to help leadership understand differences between expected and actual performance.• Partner with plant and finance teams to evaluate inventory valuation, cost controls, and overall manufacturing efficiency.• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to cost accounting, inventory, and financial reporting.• Review bills of materials and routing data to improve cost accuracy and strengthen reporting integrity.• Recommend process improvements that enhance cost visibility, financial controls, and operational planning.• Assist with cost-related data updates or process changes within financial systems when required.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

West Memphis, AR
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing operation in Eastern Arkansas. This position plays an important role in delivering accurate product cost information, supporting financial reporting, and providing analysis that helps leaders make sound operational decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong accounting knowledge with advanced analytical ability and can translate detailed cost data into practical business insights. Responsibilities:• Develop and maintain standard costing models, including labor and overhead rates, to support accurate product costing and financial reporting.• Review production results and investigate variances between standard and actual costs, identifying key drivers and recommending corrective actions.• Monitor raw material pricing, manufacturing overhead, and other cost components to assess their impact on margins and operating performance.• Partner with plant and accounting teams to strengthen inventory controls, improve cost tracking, and support accurate movement of materials through the facility.• Prepare recurring cost reports, KPI summaries, and management analyses that highlight trends, risks, and opportunities across operations.• Support the month-end close by reconciling inventory-related accounts, validating cost data, and helping ensure timely and accurate financial results.• Assist with bills of material, work order reviews, inventory reserves, and other costing processes to maintain reliable system data.• Participate in annual physical inventory activities and contribute to special projects tied to process improvement and operational analysis.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Austin, TX
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are working with a high-growth company here in Austin that’s building something really impressive — and they’re hiring a Cost Accountant to join a sharp, collaborative team.This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to own cost accounting in a fast-moving environment, get visibility to leadership, and be part of a company that’s scaling quickly. Why this role stands out:<ul><li>High-growth environment with strong momentum</li><li>Equity/stock included</li><li>Opportunity to make a real impact (not just maintain the status quo)</li><li> Work alongside a strong, down-to-earth team</li><li>Austin-based, in-office role — collaborative environment (not sitting on a manufacturing floor all day)</li></ul>WWhat you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Own and improve cost accounting processes</li><li>Analyze inventory, COGS, and manufacturing variances</li><li>Partner with operations to drive better financial visibility</li><li>Support month-end close and reporting</li><li>Help scale systems and processes as the company grows</li></ul>
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Ontario, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a large, stable leader in thier industry is seeking a Cost Accountant. The Cost Accountant performs detail oriented cost accounting functions requiring thorough knowledge of cost accounting methods, principles, and practices with the ability to apply this knowledge creatively in situations where procedures may not be prescribed, or well defined. Job Duties Include: Maintains cost accounting system Analyzes cost data Understands overall company operations Supports operations by designing, maintaining and delivering cost data reports and analyzes results Supports proposals by analyzing historical & estimated cost data Maintains standard costs and ensures costs are collected and allocated in accordance with established procedures Maintains cost and factor data and performs calculation of government and commercial bidding rates Supports customer and financial audits Assists in the coordination of physical inventory and/or cycle counting Performs analysis of manufacturing variances and inventory transactions Assists Controller and Operations with special projects Performs other duties as assigned.
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support cost analysis, inventory accounting, and financial reporting activities. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Analyze standard and actual costs and investigate variances</li><li>Prepare and maintain cost accounting reports and supporting schedules</li><li>Monitor inventory transactions and reconcile inventory accounts</li><li>Support month-end close processes related to cost accounting</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and margin analysis</li><li>Review manufacturing or operational costs to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities</li><li>Maintain accurate product costing data and support pricing analysis</li><li>Collaborate with operations and finance teams to improve cost controls and reporting</li></ul>
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Los Alamitos, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Staff Accountant – Make an Impact with a Mission-Driven OrganizationAre you an accounting professional who wants your work to make a meaningful difference? We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative and purpose-driven organization where financial accuracy and accountability help support important programs, services, and long-term organizational success.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a team-oriented environment, values continuous learning, and wants to contribute to an organization making a positive impact in the community.Why Join Us?<ul><li>Meaningful work that supports a mission-driven organization</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team culture</li><li>Opportunity to develop and expand your accounting skills</li><li>Stable organization with long-term career potential</li><li>Positive work environment that values integrity, accountability, and teamwork</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial transactions are accurately reflected in the accounting records.</li><li>Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts, ensuring proper classification and documentation of financial activity.</li><li>Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and analysis by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.</li><li>Support sales tax, corporate tax, and other compliance-related accounting activities.</li><li>Review financial records and transactions to ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures.</li><li>Utilize accounting systems and Excel to organize financial data, improve reporting accuracy, and support decision-making.</li><li>Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues across departments to provide excellent internal customer service and support organizational goals.</li><li>Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and strengthen financial controls.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.</li><li>2+ years of accounting experience.</li><li>Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.</li><li>Experience preparing journal entries and financial schedules.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.</li><li>Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.</li></ul>If you're looking for an opportunity where your accounting expertise can contribute to something bigger while continuing to grow your career, we'd love to hear from you. For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013440518 . email resume to [email protected]
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Oxnard, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in California. This position is responsible for strengthening cost accounting practices, supporting accurate financial reporting, and providing insight into inventory, cost of sales, and margin performance. The role also offers the opportunity to guide entry-level team members, improve accounting processes, and partner with operations in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Manage month-end and quarter-end accounting activities tied to inventory, cost of sales, and revenue-related transactions, ensuring timely and accurate close results.• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain reliable financial records and compliance with internal policies and applicable standards.• Review gross margin performance and develop analyses that highlight cost trends, variances, and opportunities to improve reporting accuracy.• Lead inventory-related accounting tasks, including audit support, cycle count review, and evaluation of inventory balances within a manufacturing setting.• Supervise and mentor a small team of cost accounting and estimating professionals, helping build capability in government-focused cost accounting practices.• Perform detailed variance analysis on production and standard costs to identify root causes and support corrective actions with cross-functional partners.• Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting compliance-focused reviews.• Recommend and implement process enhancements that improve efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and support a high-performing finance organization.
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Fort Wayne, IN
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This role focuses on delivering accurate cost data, supporting inventory and production reporting, and helping leadership make informed financial decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical ability with practical experience in manufacturing finance and works effectively with both accounting and operations teams. Responsibilities: • Maintain and update standard costing for materials, labor, and factory overhead to reflect current production conditions. • Review manufacturing cost performance and explain differences between expected and actual results across key expense categories. • Prepare recurring analysis related to inventory valuation and cost of goods sold to support monthly financial reporting. • Work closely with production and operational leaders to identify major cost drivers and improve visibility into plant performance. • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by providing detailed input on manufacturing expenses and operational trends. • Reconcile inventory-related accounts and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure financial accuracy. • Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count processes while helping investigate discrepancies and improve count reliability. • Strengthen cost accounting procedures, reporting tools, and internal controls to improve efficiency and data quality. • Provide actionable financial recommendations that support margin improvement and overall profitability.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Lebanon, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment in Lebanon, Kentucky. This position plays an important role in tracking production-related costs, preparing accurate financial entries, and helping operational teams close orders efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work closely with production, supply chain, and business leaders. Responsibilities: • Prepare and distribute recurring operational cost reports, including weekly reviews related to original equipment and rebuild machine activity. • Administer bi-weekly payroll for hourly employees through the timekeeping system by auditing time records, processing approved pay updates, and resolving discrepancies. • Analyze production order variances, investigate exceptions, and complete required labor confirmations to support accurate cost reporting. • Oversee service order costing by monitoring job activity, partnering with business unit leaders to close completed work, and ensuring invoices are issued in line with customer purchase orders and revenue recognition guidelines. • Create and post journal entries for payroll adjustments, reporting corrections, card reclassifications, and other accounting needs while reallocating costs to the correct business areas and general ledger accounts. • Monitor inventory-related activity by reviewing open orders and coordinating with supply chain and production teams on timing and order completion. • Reconcile unbilled items, aging order reports, disassembly invoicing, and rework order activity, comparing actual labor and material usage against planned amounts and driving timely closure with department supervisors. • Support capital asset accounting through annual fixed asset audits, asset request tracking, capitalization review, and regular reporting on open capital requests. • Conduct weekly cycle count audits and communicate findings, discrepancies, and trends to management for follow-up action.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Indianapolis, IN
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a growing construction company in Indianapolis, Indiana. This position focuses on analyzing project financial performance, monitoring equipment-related costs, and turning operational data into clear insights that support better business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong cost accounting experience, advanced spreadsheet skills, and the ability to work closely with both office and field teams in a hands-on environment. Responsibilities: • Examine the financial results of demolition and excavation jobs to identify cost trends, margin performance, and areas for improvement. • Track profitability and operating efficiency across a fleet of more than 40 trucks by reviewing usage, expenses, and performance data. • Prepare and maintain project cost reports, ensuring expenses are recorded accurately and aligned with budgets and job activity. • Analyze job-level profit and loss statements and present findings that help leadership evaluate operational and financial results. • Use Excel and other reporting tools to organize large data sets, perform detailed cost analysis, and support decision-making. • Partner with project and operations teams to gather information from both field and office sources for accurate financial reporting. • Support budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing cost monitoring for construction-related work and equipment operations. • Investigate variances in labor, materials, equipment, and overhead costs, then recommend practical actions to improve performance.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

West Bend, WI
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate product costing, strengthening inventory controls, and delivering financial insight that helps improve margins and operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong cost accounting expertise, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams across production, supply chain, engineering, and finance. Responsibilities: • Manage the standard costing framework by maintaining accurate material, labor, and overhead assumptions used in product costing. • Perform detailed cost build analyses, including reviews of bills of materials and production routings, to ensure product costs reflect current manufacturing activity. • Establish and revise costs for new items, product updates, and engineering changes while keeping standards aligned with business operations. • Lead inventory valuation activities, including reserve assessments and reconciliation of inventory balances between accounting records and supporting systems. • Partner with plant and supply chain teams to investigate inventory differences, support count programs, and improve overall stock accuracy. • Evaluate purchase price, labor, overhead, and production variances, determine underlying drivers, and recommend corrective actions to reduce unfavorable results. • Prepare manufacturing-related journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules required for month-end close, reporting, and audit readiness. • Deliver margin and profitability analysis by product line and customer group to identify trends and support better business decisions. • Collaborate with operations and leadership on pricing, sourcing, make-versus-buy evaluations, capital spending analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing process improvements.
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Sausalito, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Fairfield, California. This role supports core inventory and cost accounting activities, including monthly close, reconciliations, variance review, and reporting within a manufacturing environment. The position works closely with operational partners across the business and reports to the Director of Cost Accounting. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, adapts well to changing priorities, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities:• Support monthly cost accounting and inventory close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure timely completion of reporting tasks.• Maintain accurate product and inventory costing records within the ERP system, including updates to relevant item and cost structures.• Review production and inventory transactions to confirm data completeness, identify discrepancies, and help resolve issues affecting financial accuracy.• Analyze manufacturing and inventory variances, investigate unusual cost movements, and communicate findings to stakeholders.• Prepare general ledger reconciliations related to inventory, costing, and associated balance sheet accounts.• Assist in managing inventory reserve activities, including excess and obsolete stock analysis and write-off support.• Record and process inventory cost adjustments as needed to reflect operational and financial updates.• Contribute to audit readiness by preparing schedules, compiling support documentation, and responding to information requests.• Develop ad hoc analyses and reports to support decision-making across finance and operations.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 38 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant for our client in the nonprofit industry in San Diego, CA. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with experience in cost analysis, budget tracking, grant or program expense allocation, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and committed to supporting a mission-driven organization through accurate and timely financial insight. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Analyze program, departmental, and operational costs to support budgeting and financial planning</li><li>Monitor expense allocations and help ensure costs are recorded accurately across funds, programs, or departments</li><li>Prepare and maintain cost reports, reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities related to cost accounting</li><li>Track direct and indirect expenses and support allocation methodologies</li><li>Partner with finance and program teams to review spending trends and identify variances</li><li>Support grant reporting, audit preparation, and documentation requests as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate general ledger records related to cost accounting activities</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and reporting requirements</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and financial visibility</li></ul>
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Fuquay-Varina, NC
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and cost visibility within our clients manufacturing facility. This position partners closely with operations and plant leadership to strengthen inventory accounting, improve manufacturing performance insights, and support environmental reporting obligations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in plant accounting, strong analytical ability, and the confidence to work across departments to improve cost control and reporting discipline. Responsibilities:• Oversee the plant’s standard costing structure by updating material, labor, and overhead assumptions to reflect current manufacturing conditions.• Review production results and variance trends to identify margin pressures, waste drivers, and opportunities to improve operational efficiency.• Work with production, engineering, and other plant teams to assess the financial impact of process changes, new materials, and improvement initiatives.• Contribute to annual planning activities, including budget preparation and standard cost updates for the manufacturing operation.• Reconcile inventory records between perpetual systems and the general ledger while maintaining accurate product valuation.• Prepare manufacturing-related journal entries and maintain reliable plant-level ledger balances through timely account reconciliations.• Coordinate month-end and year-end close tasks related to inventory, cost accounting, and manufacturing expense reporting.• Compile supporting schedules and analysis for audits and ensure adherence to internal financial controls and company policies.• Partner with environmental and safety stakeholders to track waste, energy usage, emissions, and related program costs for required reporting.• Provide guidance to less experienced accounting team members and participate in cross-functional efforts focused on lean practices, waste reduction, and plant performance improvement. For immediate consideration please apply or contact directly Steve Fields at 919-787-8226
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Lancaster, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Lancaster, New York. This role focuses on strengthening manufacturing cost visibility, supporting inventory accuracy, and delivering financial insights that help improve operational performance. The ideal candidate will work closely with finance and operations leaders to evaluate results, explain cost drivers, and help guide practical process improvements. Responsibilities: • Analyze standard costing results across inventory, production activity, and plant performance to identify trends and improvement opportunities. • Coordinate annual standard cost updates in partnership with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate product costing. • Review manufacturing and operational results, translate findings into actionable recommendations, and support follow-through on corrective measures. • Collaborate with plant and management teams to better understand production performance and enhance cost efficiency. • Maintain costing data, including product structures and routing information, to support reliable financial reporting and operational analysis. • Reconcile inventory-related accounts and manufacturing variances while working with operations to reduce inefficiencies and improve absorption performance. • Prepare accounting entries related to inventory activity, reserves, and period-end accruals with a high level of accuracy. • Investigate labor, overhead, and purchase price variances and communicate key drivers and conclusions to leadership. • Support physical inventory activities and cycle count programs while partnering with operations to improve inventory accuracy and costing processes. • Assist management with internal control activities, including testing, documentation, and ongoing compliance support.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Sleepy Eye, MN
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial performance and costing accuracy within a manufacturing environment in southwest Minnesota. This role will help strengthen inventory valuation, product cost reporting, and margin analysis while working closely with accounting, finance, and operations teams. The position offers an opportunity to influence business decisions through meaningful analysis and to contribute to the ongoing enhancement of costing tools and processes. Responsibilities:• Lead daily costing activities within the ERP environment and improve the reliability of cost-related data and workflows• Analyze inventory values, product costs, and profitability trends to provide clear reporting for business leaders• Maintain standard cost frameworks, cost components, and production-related cost models to support accurate financial reporting• Evaluate labor, material, and overhead variances and explain key drivers affecting operational performance• Assist with month-end and period-end close by preparing reconciliations, recording journal entries, and validating cost balances• Review work order activity and manufacturing transactions to ensure costs are captured correctly and reported in a timely manner• Partner with finance, FP&A, accounting, and operations teams to deliver insights that support planning and decision-making• Contribute to the implementation and refinement of Oracle Fusion costing capabilities and related internal controls
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Ottawa, KS
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing-focused organization in Ottawa, Kansas. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys analyzing production costs, improving reporting accuracy, and partnering with colleagues across departments. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in cost accounting and can contribute to a team-oriented environment with strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Analyze production expenses, material usage, and labor costs to provide accurate cost data for business decisions. • Maintain and review standard costing information to help ensure inventory and product costing remain current and reliable. • Prepare regular cost reports and variance analyses, identifying trends and explaining significant differences from expectations. • Partner with operations, finance, and other internal teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and margin improvement efforts. • Assist with inventory valuation, reconciliations, and month-end close activities related to manufacturing accounting. • Evaluate cost drivers within the production environment and recommend practical opportunities for greater efficiency and control. • Support financial reporting by ensuring manufacturing-related transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

New London, CT
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
This role is integral to providing accurate financial insights, analyzing cost data, and supporting operational decision-making. The ideal candidate is proficient in cost accounting within manufacturing environments and excels in delivering actionable recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability. Responsibilities:• Collaborate with operations teams to conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits, including identifying root causes and providing analytical support.• Manage the annual standard cost update process, ensuring accurate allocations and cost build-ups.• Analyze standard costs, margins, and variances to ensure precise production costing.• Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and engineering teams to refine material, labor, overhead, and other cost components.• Provide accurate cost data to support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end financial close processes.• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with cost-related financial close activities.• Maintain and update cost drivers, assumptions, and job costing standards, both annually and on an ad-hoc basis.• Identify cost-saving opportunities by monitoring cost drivers and recommending process improvements.• Generate and manage daily, weekly, and monthly operational and cost-related reports.• Act as a trusted resource for operations and leadership, delivering insightful analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions. Please send resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - chelsea.halon@roberthalf com
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Groton, CT
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations for a Contract position based in Groton, Connecticut. This role focuses on cost control, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting in a production environment, while partnering with operational teams to improve visibility into plant performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, variance review, and month-end accounting activities within manufacturing. Responsibilities: • Manage inventory count activities, including cycle counts and physical inventory reviews, and investigate discrepancies to improve accuracy. • Establish annual standard costs for existing products and newly introduced materials, ensuring costing data remains current and reliable. • Analyze manufacturing cost performance by tracking production variances and identifying underlying operational drivers. • Review labor and overhead results, including absorption impacts, and provide clear explanations for significant fluctuations. • Prepare and record manufacturing-related journal entries required for the monthly financial close process. • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by supplying cost data, trend analysis, and operational insights. • Develop and distribute recurring cost and performance reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis for finance and operations stakeholders. • Monitor production spending levels and help maintain controls around manufacturing expenses. • Evaluate inventory, purchase price, and other cost variances to support informed decision-making and financial accuracy.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Salt Lake City, UT
onsite
Temporary / Contract
42.75 - 49.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position focuses on delivering accurate cost data, maintaining standard costing practices, and providing analysis that helps improve financial visibility across production activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing setting and the ability to turn detailed cost information into practical business insight. Responsibilities: • Prepare, review, and maintain product costing records to ensure reliable financial reporting for manufacturing operations. • Analyze production expenses, material usage, labor, and overhead to identify cost trends and explain variances. • Support the development, upkeep, and validation of standard costs for inventory and manufactured goods. • Partner with finance and plant operations teams to monitor performance and improve the accuracy of cost-related data. • Perform recurring and ad hoc cost analysis to help management evaluate profitability, spending patterns, and operational efficiency. • Reconcile inventory and manufacturing cost activity within accounting records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Assist with month-end close activities related to cost accounting, including journal entries, reporting, and variance review. • Contribute to process improvements involving costing methods, reporting practices, and internal financial controls when needed.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z