<p>Cost Accountant II </p><p><br></p><p>JOB PURPOSE</p><p>Nikon Metrology is seeking a Cost Accountant II who will be responsible for analyzing, tracking, and reporting on the costs associated with manufacturing operations to support strategic decision-making and financial accuracy. This role ensures the integrity of cost data, identifies cost-saving opportunities, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY</p><p>Ensure that costs are accurately charged to the appropriate department</p><p>Capture and classify cost data to determine the cost associated with products/product lines</p><p>Oversee and participate in periodic cycle counts</p><p>Compare actual costs to historical or projected costs and report on variances</p><p>Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes</p><p>Provide cost-related data in support of business decisions or for use in financial reporting</p><p>Research and resolve discrepancies or variances between actual and expected costs</p><p>Conduct cost-benefit analysis and provide recommendations for cost reduction</p><p>Monitor various financial activities and prepare reports accordingly</p><p>Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance cost accounting accuracy and timeliness</p><p>Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for manufactured goods and services</p><p>Administer internal controls and audits of policies and procedures meant to preserve the organization’s assets</p><p>Provide financial leadership to the factory management team</p><p><br></p><p>ANCILLARY RESPONSIBILITIES</p><p>Participate in production meetings to support shop floor needs and analysis</p><p>Partner with the Manufacturing Director and Engineering Teams to meet company objectives</p><p>Lead and mentor the Staff Accountant while developing and maintaining a collaborative culture</p><p>Assist the Director of Accounting with local cash flow projections and vendor relationship management</p><p>Support internal/external financial audits</p><p>Perform all other duties as needed or required</p><p><br></p><p>QUALIFICATIONS</p><p>Essential – Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</p><p>5+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in an industrial manufacturing setting</p><p>3 years’ general ledger accounting experience</p><p>Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations (GAAP and IFRS)</p><p>Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to create Pivot Tables, use VLOOKUPs, and apply complex formulas</p><p>Ability to manipulate large amounts of data</p><p>High attention to detail and accuracy</p><p>Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with a fully integrated ERP system</p><p>Desirable</p><p>QuickBooks</p><p>MS Navision</p><p>CPA</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Irving, Texas. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and cost analysis within a chemicals manufacturing environment. As part of a long-term contract, you will contribute to maintaining efficient accounting operations and supporting business objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and review purchasing and invoice price variances to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy.<br>• Support the maintenance of standard costs, ensuring consistency and reliability in accounting practices.<br>• Perform production job closures and reconcile book inventory with perpetual inventory records.<br>• Conduct audits and intercompany account reconciliations to maintain compliance and accuracy.<br>• Execute cost rollups and weekly sub-ledger tests, resolving costing errors for Oracle entities.<br>• Record allocations and accruals based on transaction reporting requirements.<br>• Prepare comprehensive financial transportation reports to support decision-making processes.<br>• Monitor and maintain unmatched accounts payable reports, ensuring timely resolution.<br>• Manage branch production closings and prepare general ledger entries as needed.<br>• Generate ad-hoc reports and address specific requests to support operational needs.
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Farmington Hills, Michigan. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting audits and reporting activities. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical abilities and a passion for accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with monthly financial close processes and consolidate subsidiary financial information into corporate reports.<br>• Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate quarterly and annual audits.<br>• Ensure daily compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.<br>• Set and monitor standard costs for subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and consistency.<br>• Support the Accounting Manager with various accounting tasks and provide guidance to operational teams.<br>• Review and analyze job expenses, work-in-process, inventory counts, and percentage completion on a weekly basis.<br>• Coordinate job costing and closures between accounting and operations teams to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Prepare monthly inventory and job reports for integration into consolidated financial statements.<br>• Participate in annual budgeting processes and contribute to fiscal planning.<br>• Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and ensuring adherence to financial standards.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Champaign, Illinois. This role is a critical partner to the Plant Manager, providing financial expertise to drive operational efficiency and enhance profitability. The position involves analyzing plant-level financial performance, supporting product-line margin evaluations across North America, and ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with the Plant Manager to oversee and improve plant financial performance, acting as a key financial advisor.</p><p>• Execute monthly financial close processes, including accruals, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing variances and present actionable recommendations to optimize performance.</p><p>• Manage and maintain standard costing systems, offering cost analysis for both existing and new products.</p><p>• Conduct product-line margin assessments to support pricing strategies and profitability improvements.</p><p>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and business case development to support financial planning efforts.</p><p>• Monitor inventory valuation and coordinate physical inventory counts to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for cost-saving measures and margin enhancements.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to internal controls and corporate financial policies.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve cost efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will offer a salary between 110K-120K with medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K and paid time-off. </p><p><strong><em>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI software to find you great job and candidate matches faster.</em></strong></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Frederick, Maryland. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to key financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency within a manufacturing cost accounting environment. As part of a dynamic team, you will play a vital role in supporting cost management efforts and streamlining reporting systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Configure and manage cost accounting systems to align with organizational needs.<br>• Develop and implement cost center allocations to optimize financial tracking.<br>• Generate and analyze profit center reports to support decision-making processes.<br>• Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration within SAP S/4HANA systems.<br>• Provide detailed financial reports and insights to aid in strategic planning.<br>• Monitor and evaluate manufacturing cost structures for improved efficiency.<br>• Support hybrid work arrangements, attending on-site meetings as needed.<br>• Assist in setting up and maintaining accurate cost accounting processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
<p><strong>Cost Accountant – Manufacturing</strong></p><p><strong>Energize Your Impact. Redefine What’s Possible.</strong></p><p>Our client, a distinguished leader in manufacturing, is seeking an accomplished Cost Accountant to drive financial performance and operational precision. This is a unique opportunity to become an integral part of a high-impact team, where your analytical expertise will fuel strategic decision-making and continuous process innovation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><p>Here, you’ll find more than just a rewarding career—our client offers exceptional work/life balance, so you can thrive both professionally and personally. The position features a competitive salary, an outstanding bonus program, and comprehensive benefits. You’ll enjoy ongoing career advancement opportunities, with a path to broaden your expertise across other finance and accounting roles—making this an ideal stage to achieve your long-term goals and grow within an industry leader. In this onsite role, you’ll partner with dynamic operations teams and senior leadership, pioneering smart solutions for process improvement and cost optimization. If you crave visibility and the opportunity to drive change, this could be your next bold move.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Achieve:</strong></p><ul><li>Be the go-to expert, analyzing standard and actual manufacturing costs—your work makes the numbers tell the real story.</li><li>Manage BOMs and routings, ensuring systems reflect operational realities.</li><li>Deliver variance reports that cut to the chase—material, labor, and overhead. Your clarity fuels leadership decisions.</li><li>Own inventory valuations and reconciliations; you keep records air-tight and business moving at speed.</li><li>Drive critical month-end close activities, reconciling accounts and producing cost reports that highlight what matters.</li><li>Partner with Operations teams for hands-on impact: spot cost drivers and unearth efficiency wins others miss.</li><li>Master ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle, NetSuite), ensuring accuracy at every touchpoint.</li><li>Leverage advanced Excel skills to uncover trends, build compelling dashboards, and bring data to life.</li><li>Identify fresh opportunities for cost savings—your ideas will get noticed, tested, and implemented.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to move your career forward?</strong></p><p>If you want to elevate your career, challenge yourself, and see your expertise drive real operational change, this is your stage.</p><p><strong>Apply now or reach out to our recruiting team for a confidential conversation about how your skills can energize this role. </strong></p>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Deerfield Beach, Florida. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in construction accounting to manage financial aspects of multiple commercial projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate will excel in analyzing costs, preparing detailed financial reports, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee accounting functions for multiple construction projects, ensuring accurate cost tracking and reporting.<br>• Prepare and manage AIA billing documents, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve project efficiency.<br>• Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) transactions with attention to detail and accuracy.<br>• Utilize Procore and ComputerEase software to maintain organized financial records and project documentation.<br>• Collaborate with project managers to review budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.<br>• Generate detailed reports on project expenses and profitability for internal review.<br>• Ensure adherence to industry regulations and standards in all accounting practices.<br>• Provide support in managing financial aspects of up to 10 projects simultaneously.<br>• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team in Gastonia, North Carolina. This is a long-term contract position that offers an opportunity to work closely with manufacturing processes and lead cost accounting initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in standard costing, inventory management, and process improvement while contributing to a collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and maintain accurate cost accounting records, focusing on manufacturing operations.<br>• Manage and evaluate bills of materials (BOMs) to ensure proper cost allocation.<br>• Identify and resolve inefficiencies in current processes, driving improvements in cost management.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to stabilize and enhance accounting workflows.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.<br>• Utilize Sage MAS 500 software to manage and streamline accounting tasks.<br>• Lead a small team, providing guidance and hands-on support for daily operations.<br>• Conduct detailed cost analysis to support financial decision-making.<br>• Ensure compliance with standard costing practices and procedures.<br>• Partner with other departments to gather inputs and improve cross-functional processes.
<p>We are looking for a meticulous Cost Accountant to join our dynamic manufacturing team in Euclid, Ohio. In this role, you will oversee cost accounting functions, ensure accurate inventory valuation, and provide critical financial insights to support operational efficiency and profitability. This position offers a great opportunity to work on-site in a fast-paced environment with competitive compensation and benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform cost accounting for multiple product lines, ensuring accurate tracking of manufacturing expenses.</p><p>• Review and post labor hours, inventory usage, and external services to manage costs for individual manufacturing jobs.</p><p>• Ensure proper valuation of inventory and investigate discrepancies through cycle count procedures.</p><p>• Analyze inventory trends and margin variances, providing detailed reports on cost implications.</p><p>• Collaborate with manufacturing floor employees to resolve ad-hoc financial and operational requests.</p><p>• Conduct month-end close procedures promptly, including preparing journal entries and compiling post-close reports.</p><p>• Generate and distribute financial reports, including backlog analysis, sales margins, and bookings.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and provide data-driven answers to accounting and financial inquiries.</p><p>• Develop and improve accounting processes through automation tools like Power BI.</p><p>• Support internal and external audits and assist in preparing quarterly management presentations and fiscal year plans</p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a meticulous Cost Accountant to join our client in NE Iowa. In this role, you will focus on analyzing, managing, and improving cost-related processes within a manufacturing environment. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate cost reporting and efficient financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct detailed cost analyses to evaluate production expenses and identify areas for cost savings.</p><p>• Develop and maintain standard cost systems to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Monitor manufacturing costs and provide insights to support decision-making and operational improvements.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing cost trends and projections for management review.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline cost accounting processes and enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies.</p><p>• Analyze variances between actual and standard costs, providing actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by delivering precise cost-related data.</p><p>• Train and guide team members on cost accounting principles and best practices.</p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Vernon, California. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with extensive experience in manufacturing cost accounting and financial analysis. As part of a long-term contract, you will play a pivotal role in supporting financial operations, ensuring accurate cost reporting, and driving efficiency across multiple facilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations related to costs.<br>• Develop and maintain standard costs, including multi-level bills of materials, labor costs, and overhead rates.<br>• Collaborate with Operations teams to analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and efficiencies, providing actionable insights.<br>• Conduct detailed cost, spend, and variance analyses to evaluate equipment utilization, labor performance, and production variances.<br>• Prepare cost inputs for pricing and margin analysis, supporting customer bids and pricing activities.<br>• Coordinate annual physical inventory processes, including planning, execution, valuation, and reconciliation.<br>• Participate in budgeting and forecasting, offering updated cost assumptions and variance explanations for product lines.<br>• Assist in audit processes by preparing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries related to inventory and manufacturing costs.<br>• Identify opportunities to enhance cost accounting processes, reporting, and internal controls.
We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Pleasanton, California. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing standard costing systems, analyzing production variances, and providing actionable financial insights to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. You will collaborate closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost data, inventory management, and compliance with industry regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and report on production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, to support financial decision-making.<br>• Prepare monthly cost reports and provide insights to plant leadership and finance teams.<br>• Investigate variances between standard and actual costs, offering detailed explanations and recommendations.<br>• Monitor and reconcile inventory balances, ensuring accurate valuation in line with accounting standards.<br>• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) in partnership with production teams.<br>• Assist in creating annual budgets and rolling forecasts for manufacturing costs.<br>• Contribute to cost projections for new product launches and trials to support strategic planning.<br>• Identify opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency improvements within production processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, industry standards, and company policies.<br>• Support audits related to manufacturing costs and assist in maintaining accurate financial records.
<p>Lana Funkhouser with Robert Half is looking for a skilled Project/Cost Accountant to join our team in Boise, Idaho. In this role, you will be responsible for managing job cost accounting tasks for real estate development projects while collaborating with project managers and external partners. This position requires a strong understanding of financial reporting, cost tracking, and cash flow analysis within the construction and development industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial data and reporting.</p><p>• Monitor and track job costs, budgets, and financial reports in compliance with project agreements and contractual obligations.</p><p>• Prepare detailed workpapers, general journal entries, job cost entries, and reconcile ledgers to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Assist in the creation of monthly draws, overseeing invoice processing, pay applications, and budget-to-actual reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Please reach out to Lana Funkhouser with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03590-0013366217</p><p><br></p>
<p>A well-positioned construction and infrastructure firm in San Diego County is looking for a <strong>Cost / Project Accountant</strong> to help manage detailed accounting related to job costing, project financials, and capital budgeting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys tying financial outcomes directly to operational performance and project success. As Cost / Project Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate project financial data and reporting cost performance to leadership. You’ll work closely with project managers, estimators, and operations to understand labor, materials, and overhead impacts on financial results.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain job cost ledgers and project accounting records</li><li>Allocate direct and indirect costs across projects</li><li>Monitor project financials including revenue recognition and cost variances</li><li>Prepare cost reports, dashboards, and financial summaries</li><li>Assist in forecasting project budgets and profitability estimates</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor costs, change orders, and retainage accounting</li><li>Support audit and compliance activities for project billing</li></ul>
Responsible for working with global sites in US, Costa Rica, Vietnam and China working with Engineering and production teams in establishing, monitoring standard costing of products; monthly cost variance analysis to assist operations with continuous improvement in our profitability period over period in purchasing and manufacturing yields. This position will also be responsible helping with month-end entries, audits, and other projects as needed.<br>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<br>• Teaming with Engineering and Production calculate and review standard costs of products<br>• Prepare and review bills of materials (BOM’s)<br>• Analyze job variances and determine appropriate amount of variances to be capitalized monthly<br>• <br>o Material Purchase Price<br>o Material Quantity Variance<br>o Labor Rate Variance<br>o Labor Efficiency Variance<br>o Fixed Overhead Spending Variance<br>o Variable Overhead Spending Variance<br>• Lead global locations annual standard cost update and rolling of annual standard costs; and review output for accuracy<br>• Evaluate inventory aging by location working with local operations management and finance team to determine the need for inventory reserves in accordance with fact pattern and company policy<br>• Create and input journal entries in EPICOR for the month-end close process related to cost accounting and inventory<br>• Support and preparation of audit and tax PBC’s and year-end entries related to costing and inventory<br>• Reconciliation of inventory and related accounts<br>• Assist with physical counts and cycle counts of inventory<br>• Prepare additional journal entries in EPICOR or other accounting duties as assigned<br>• Undertake additional tasks as directed by supervisor<br>Requirements<br>• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance<br>• Preferred 3 years plus of recent experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment<br>• Excellent attention to detail and strong math skills<br>• EPICOR knowledge preferred or similar systems with strong technical ability & Excel<br>• Ability to reconcile information, solve complex issues, and adaptable to change<br>• Strong work ethic; team oriented, and goal orientated<br>• Ability to work cross functionally with manufacturing, engineering and location controllers<br>• Strong self-reviewing skills<br>• Ability to simplify information to a single page to bring actionable information<br>• Spanish speaking is a plus<br>• Ability to work in multiple time zones
<p>A well‑established manufacturing organization in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a <strong>Senior Cost Accountant</strong> to join its accounting team. This role supports financial accuracy, reporting, and operational decision‑making across a diverse portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and execute accurate billing.</li><li>Complete monthly, quarterly, and year‑end account reconciliations with supporting schedules.</li><li>Analyze operational and job‑specific costs and provide insights to leadership.</li><li>Identify issues and ensure timely recording of adjustments.</li><li>Support annual audit and tax processes.</li><li>Participate in daily accounting operations as needed.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset and equipment management records and reconciliations.</li><li>Map revenue and costs to the general ledger to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Assist with establishing cost standards and cost allocations.</li><li>Maintain accurate project financial and demographic data.</li><li>Recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy, reduce cost, and increase profitability.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and support broader accounting functions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>📈 Cost Analyst – Long Beach, CA | Hybrid | Manufacturing | High-Growth Opportunity</strong></p><p>We’re seeking a <strong>Cost Analyst</strong> to join our manufacturing team in <strong>Long Beach</strong>. If you're detail-oriented, love digging into <strong>inventory and costing</strong>, and have a passion for <strong>improving processes</strong>, this is your opportunity to grow with a fast-moving company.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><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><p><strong>What You Bring:</strong></p><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><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>High-growth</strong> company with room to advance</li><li><strong>Hybrid schedule</strong> (mix of on-site and remote)</li><li>Competitive salary + full benefits</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>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]</p>
Essential job functions and responsibilities:<br>• Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information in support of the monthly close process.<br>• Maintains and balances general ledger and subledger accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Supports the calculation of complex reserves, which require sound judgment and understanding of the business (e.g., customer rebates, inventory valuation reserves, etc.)<br>• Prepares monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, including analysis of movements.<br>• Maintains fixed asset processing, tracking and reporting.<br>• Provides expert monthly financial analysis of all P& L line item performance against budget and reforecasts. <br>• Serves as a trusted business partner to operations in helping them understand the financial impacts of their decisions and actions. <br>• Acts as the “eyes and ears” for the controllership function regarding key developments in our operations. <br>• Coordinates the annual physical inventory and monitors results of periodic cycle counts. <br>• Drives the annual standard costing process and monitors the ongoing accuracy of standard costs. <br>• Assists in developing and enhancing accounting and operational procedures by assessing current procedures and recommending and implementing required improvements to enhance controls for the organization.<br>• Provides project analysis as needed including cost estimates of new or modified products, evaluation of capital projects, and product line expansion or restructuring analyses.<br>• This position is a key team member and is expected to inspire associates to greater levels of professionalism, quality, productivity and engagement in the Team. Individual must possess the core values of Integrity, Quality, Passion, Accountability, Innovation, and be Performance Driven.<br><br>Education and Experience:<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration required. MBA or CPA a plus.<br>• At least 6 year’s experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment with involvement in closing, cost accounting, account reconciliation, and financial analysis required.<br>• Must have the ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles.<br>• Experience working with engineering and manufacturing personnel on development and analysis of standard costs.<br>• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability and problem-solving skills.<br>• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.<br>• Highly ethical, self-motivated, detail oriented with the ability to function as part of a team.<br>• Must be tech savvy and a quick learner of ERP systems and BI software demonstrating an ability to understand the logic behind these systems to properly translate operating impacts to accounting transactions.<br>• Must have advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot Tables, etc.)<br>• Experience in LN, Prophix helpful.
<p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain comprehensive cost models for manufactured products using the company's ERP system.</p><p>• Oversee project-based costing for products, including setup, tracking, and analysis.</p><p>• Analyze and manage inventory valuation for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.</p><p>• Conduct regular reconciliations and analysis of cost data to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Update and review standard costs periodically to reflect current manufacturing conditions.</p><p>• Monitor and explain variances in material, labor, and overhead costs.</p><p>• Maintain accurate product and cost-related financial master data within the ERP system.</p><p>• Assist in month-end close processes, focusing on inventory and cost of goods sold.</p><p>• Generate detailed profitability reports by product, customer, and project.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to support cost estimation, pricing strategies, and improvement initiatives.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant/Analyst to join our client's manufacturing team in the Lansdale, Pennsylvania area. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your analytical skills and accounting expertise in a fast-paced production environment. As a key contributor, you will provide valuable financial insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and oversee cost accounting processes, including labor, material, and overhead allocations, to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Perform detailed variance and margin analyses to identify trends and areas for cost optimization.</p><p>• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to refine pricing strategies and identify opportunities for cost savings.</p><p>• Build comprehensive financial forecasts and support strategic planning initiatives.</p><p>• Maintain a hands-on approach by engaging with the manufacturing floor to align operational realities with financial data.</p><p>• Provide product-level profitability insights to guide decision-making and enhance business strategies.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices while continuously improving reporting processes.</p><p>• Act as a liaison between operations and accounting to foster collaboration and informed decision-making.</p><p>• Streamline and improve financial models for better forecasting and analysis.</p><p>• Support audits and ensure accuracy in cost-related financial documentation.</p>
<p> The Transactional Cost Accountant supports daily and monthly cost accounting activities, focusing on accurate data entry, reconciliations, and reporting. This role helps maintain cost records, inventory data, and production-related transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a dedicated Cost Accountant to join our team in Bay City, Michigan. This role is crucial in analyzing and optimizing financial performance, ensuring accurate cost methodologies, and providing valuable insights to support business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in cost accounting within the manufacturing industry and possess strong analytical and communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed performance analyses against strategic goals, budgets, forecasts, and historical data to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.<br>• Ensure consistent and accurate cost methodologies for products, projects, and services, including both standard and actual cost analysis.<br>• Develop, enhance, and maintain financial tools, processes, and key performance indicators to improve data reliability and visibility.<br>• Collaborate with General Management and Finance leadership to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.<br>• Represent financial requirements, maintain data integrity, and meet reporting needs in organizational and system initiatives.<br>• Provide expertise in costing and investment analysis, supporting managers and analysts with post-implementation reviews and valuation activities.<br>• Support accounting close activities, including inventory valuation, forecasting, production close processes, and inventory counts.<br>• Oversee inventory governance processes such as reconciliation, forecasting, and planning to ensure accurate reporting.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory tracking and analysis, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Lenoir, North Carolina. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring precise accounting of inventory and cost of goods, while providing key insights to support financial decision-making. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate closely with operations and corporate leaders to drive profitability and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the accurate accounting of monthly inventory and cost of goods, ensuring compliance with company standards.<br>• Provide financial support for operations, including inventory costing, standard cost valuations, and maintenance of bills of materials and routings.<br>• Contribute to timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closings.<br>• Prepare detailed account reconciliations, journal entries, and respond to audit requests.<br>• Collaborate with operations leaders to analyze margins, review expenses, and recommend strategies for financial growth.<br>• Partner with corporate teams to evaluate monthly operating results and explain variances to enable informed decision-making.<br>• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and monthly forecasts, comparing actual results against historical performance and projections.<br>• Support data reconciliation efforts related to system upgrades, ensuring consistency across various environments.<br>• Track financial performance against KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement.<br>• Conduct ad-hoc financial and variance analyses to address specific business needs.
<p>We are seeking a Project Accountant to join a team of industry experts. If you have exposure and or understanding of job costing or Percentage of Completion (PoC) accounting, enjoy working in a fast-paced setting and are looking for an opportunity that provides growth -this could be the role for you! The ideal candidate will have two years of experience and be comfortable with the below responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>Review booking documents and set up new projects, change orders, and service agreements accurately and on time in the ERP system.</p><p>Process changes in estimates for active projects accurately and on time in the ERP system.</p><p>Close out projects in ERP system upon completion.</p><p>Assist with preparation and review of WIP analysis after each payroll cycle.</p><p>Review and validate monthly charges to active projects and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>Enter time charged to jobs from weekly timesheets.</p><p>Complete special department projects as directed.</p><p>Adhere to all company policies and protocols.</p><p>Assist in month end close; other special projects as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU</p><p>Up to two years of job costing and/or percentage of completion accounting experience.</p><p>Teamwork-oriented.</p><p>Must be detail-oriented and able to follow through independently.</p><p>Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.</p><p>Ability to make routine judgments and decisions.</p><p>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</p><p>Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.</p><p>Experience with accounting software (MS Dynamics preferred or Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate).</p><p>Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including ability to construct formulas with accurate syntax, using advanced functions, and pivot tables.</p><p>Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, or finance.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our manufacturing team in the greater Plymouth, Wisconsin area. In this critical role, you will oversee accounting operations, with a strong focus on cost accounting and financial reporting. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with leadership and contribute to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely monthly closings.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and post journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals with precision.</p><p>• Oversee inventory and cost balances while investigating and addressing any discrepancies.</p><p>• Provide functional oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities carried out by the accounting team.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations to refine labor routings, work centers, and overhead cost drivers.</p><p>• Develop and refine standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead to improve cost visibility.</p><p>• Generate detailed margin and cost reports for products, product families, and jobs.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparations.</p><p>• Document and enhance accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen cost reporting and operational insights.</p>
