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Accounting Manager

San Antonio, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee core financial operations and support sound business decisions for our San Antonio, Texas location. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records, guiding close activities, and helping leadership evaluate financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, practical management experience, and the ability to communicate financial insights clearly across the organization. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily cash handling activities and coordinate banking relationships and armored transport services to support secure fund management. • Direct accounts receivable and accounts payable operations, ensuring timely processing, accurate records, and proper follow-up on outstanding items. • Contribute to recurring financial reports by preparing data, validating results, and helping deliver weekly performance updates. • Lead month-end and period-end close activities, maintain general ledger accuracy, and complete balance sheet reconciliations on schedule. • Review financial results to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for margin improvement, then provide practical recommendations. • Support budgeting and forecasting efforts by developing models and assessing potential business scenarios to aid planning decisions. • Strengthen and monitor internal controls across district accounting activities to promote compliance and reduce risk. • Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing documentation, answering questions, and assisting with audit-related requests. • Provide administrative support related to facility and building maintenance matters when operational needs arise. • Work occasional evenings or weekends during close periods to ensure deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
2026-11-13T17:43:44Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Denton, TX
onsite
Temporary / Contract
55.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant with a CPA to support a growing manufacturing and supply organization in Denton, Texas. This Long-term Contract position will lead the development and ongoing management of a scalable job costing structure that supports both manufactured products and material pass-through programs. The role will convert operational and transactional data into dependable cost insights, accurate inventory valuation, and clear margin reporting for leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience in project job costing within complex, high-growth environments. Must be onsite in Denton 5 days a week. Responsibilities:• Develop and manage a comprehensive job costing framework that supports both manufacturing activity and pass-through business lines across multiple divisions.• Create and maintain standard costing elements, including material, labor, routing, and overhead assumptions, while performing regular reviews and annual updates.• Establish clear costing policies, process documentation, and internal controls to ensure consistency and accuracy as transaction volume increases.• Partner with engineering and operations teams to cost new or custom products and verify the accuracy of bills of materials and production routings.• Oversee inventory accounting by monitoring valuation, reconciling subledger activity to the general ledger, and reviewing perpetual inventory accuracy.• Support cycle counts and physical inventory programs, investigate discrepancies, and record appropriate adjustments with attention to root-cause analysis.• Track excess, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory trends and recommend reserve levels based on business conditions and inventory risk.• Analyze manufacturing and project cost variances, including material usage, labor performance, purchasing impacts, and overhead absorption, then communicate findings to business partners.• Prepare margin reporting by division, product line, customer, and job while distinguishing profitability from manufactured output versus pass-through activity.• Collaborate with operations and procurement leaders to turn cost trends and variance findings into practical corrective actions, including any relevant ERP costing process improvements.
2026-10-23T18:04:56Z

Controller

Escondido, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Controller to lead the accounting and financial oversight of our manufacturing operation in Escondido, California. This position will guide core financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory control, and planning activities while partnering closely with plant leadership and corporate finance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, hands-on accounting expertise, and the ability to improve financial visibility and operational performance in a production environment. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting operations for the plant, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and financial records remain complete and reliable. • Lead the monthly close cycle by preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, cost adjustments, and supporting analyses for timely reporting. • Produce monthly financial statements and management reports, delivering clear insights to plant leadership and corporate finance teams. • Oversee manufacturing cost accounting by evaluating material, labor, overhead, and production variances to identify trends and improvement opportunities. • Partner with operations leaders to assess scrap, yield, usage, labor efficiency, and volume performance in support of cost control and stronger plant performance. • Maintain effective controls over raw materials, work-in-process, packaging, and finished goods inventory, including physical counts, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution. • Support budgeting and forecasting activities by preparing expense and capital plans, comparing results to expectations, and explaining key performance gaps. • Administer plant accounting processes within QuickBooks Enterprise, generate required financial reports, and help document and reconcile data for corporate reporting and system-related needs. • Strengthen accounting procedures, documentation standards, and internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and dependable audit support.
2026-11-10T17:43:45Z

Accounting Manager

Palo Alto, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
Sr. Accounting Analyst - R& D Newly created position for a Sr. Accounting/Financial Analyst to support the financial planning and accounting activities tied to clinical operation for a growing biotech company. This position works closely with Clinical Operations and will managing complex clinical accounting and clinical trial budgets and financial forecasts.Responsibilities:-Lead the financial oversight of clinical studies by building budgets, updating forecasts, and analyzing spending trends across active programs.- Create and maintain financial models that reflect enrollment assumptions, site activation timelines, monitoring needs, and study closeout costs.- Clinical trial budgets, forecasting, expense tracking, CRO/vendor financial management, and clinical program financial modeling.- Clinical accruals, monthly close support, invoicing and reconciliations, and financial reporting accuracy.-Provide strategic FP& A and business partnership for long-range planning, scenario modeling, executive reporting, and financial support for clinical operations decisions.-Manage clinical trial accounting across multiple studies and trials that tracks and analyzes expenses with clinical research organizations (CROs), clinical sites, third party vendors-Ensure accurate monthly clinical expense accruals and financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP• Direct accrual calculations and support month-end activities by preparing reconciliations and ensuring clinical expenses are recorded accurately.• Review study-related expenditures against approved budgets, vendor agreements, and milestone expectations to confirm appropriate cost tracking.• Track key indicators related to enrollment, site activity, and overall trial spend to improve visibility into financial performance.• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reporting for leadership, including scenario analysis and forward-looking insights to support strategic planning.• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce avoidable costs, and strengthen financial processes connected to clinical development.• Contribute to long-range planning efforts by modeling different operational and financial scenarios across the development portfolio.
2026-11-10T19:28:47Z

Accounting Manager

Troy, MI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to provide steady financial leadership for a Long-term Contract assignment supporting a higher education organization in Troy, Michigan. This role will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and deliver accurate reporting that supports sound decision-making during a period of leadership change. The position is well suited for a hands-on finance leader who can guide daily activities, maintain compliance deadlines, and help keep budgeting, cash management, and close processes on track. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting activities, including oversight of cash flow, financial records, and internal controls to support stable finance operations. • Lead the monthly close cycle and ensure financial results are finalized within the required reporting timeline. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring payments and collections are handled accurately and in accordance with agreed terms. • Review banking activity across institutional accounts, supervise reconciliations, and monitor deposits, withdrawals, and overall cash position. • Coordinate with internal partners to align funding draw schedules, payroll-related expenses, and other cash planning needs. • Manage preparation for the annual audit and support timely completion of required tax filings and related financial documentation. • Produce month-end financial statements and variance analysis to monitor operating performance and compare budget to actual results. • Update and track budget assumptions, including benefit cost changes, while building a consistent monthly budget monitoring process. • Supervise and mentor accounting staff members, providing guidance, prioritization, and day-to-day leadership to the team. • Support finance processes involving systems such as banking platforms and accounting tools, including Blackbaud and related operational applications.
2026-11-05T17:33:42Z

Cost Accountant

Linthicum, MD
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support the financial oversight of complex project-based manufacturing work in Linthicum, Maryland. This position plays a key role in monitoring project costs, guiding revenue recognition, and producing accurate financial insights that help improve profitability and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across finance and operations, managing deadlines, and translating project activity into clear financial reporting. Responsibilities:• Manage the financial performance of assigned projects by overseeing budgets, projections, cost accumulation, and margin analysis from initiation through completion.• Review labor, materials, overhead, and subcontractor expenses to ensure project costs are recorded accurately and reflected in a timely manner.• Work closely with project managers and operational teams to confirm financial inputs, evaluate developing issues, and highlight potential cost or profit concerns early.• Apply appropriate revenue recognition treatment based on contract terms and project progress, including percentage-of-completion or milestone-driven methods where required.• Prepare monthly close activities for project accounts and deliver reporting on revenue, backlog, profitability, and forecasted outcomes within established deadlines.• Build and maintain cost-to-complete models and forward-looking financial forecasts, then analyze variances against budget or prior expectations.• Maintain organized supporting documentation and strong audit-ready records to reinforce compliance, transparency, and reporting accuracy.• Partner with engineering, procurement, operations, and finance leadership to align financial results with project execution and improve decision support.• Contribute to internal control compliance, audit requests, and process improvements that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and scalability across project accounting activities.
2026-10-20T20:58:47Z

Cost Accountant

Saginaw, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and operational decision-making in our manufacturing environment in Saginaw, Michigan. This role focuses on inventory costing, margin performance, variance review, and month-end accounting activities that help leadership understand profitability. The position also partners with operations and other internal teams to strengthen cost controls, improve reporting, and support system-related processes tied to manufacturing and inventory management. Responsibilities: • Evaluate gross margin performance tied to inventory activity and present clear insights that help management assess profit and loss results. • Maintain accurate product cost records by establishing and updating standard costs based on labor, materials, and manufacturing inputs within the ERP system. • Review inventory discrepancies such as cycle count differences, scrap activity, production variances, and other adjustments, then communicate corrective actions to operational teams. • Prepare customer and product costing analyses that support pricing decisions designed to balance competitiveness and profitability. • Produce recurring financial and operational reports, including monthly margin reporting by customer and item, with explanations of key trends versus budget and prior-year performance. • Support the month-end close by reconciling inventory and cost of goods sold accounts and recording journal entries needed to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. • Recommend and document inventory reserves, overhead applications, and other cost-related adjustments to improve the accuracy of financial statements. • Partner with quality, research, and operations teams to review bills of materials, production setups, and inventory item structures and suggest improvements where needed. • Assist with inventory control activities, including cycle counts, year-end physical inventory, forecasting inventory turns, and evaluating manufacturing-related capital spending requests. • Provide backup support for the Plex system by helping with user administration, permissions, security access, report setup, dashboards, and process updates across departments.
2026-10-15T22:03:42Z

Accounting Manager

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead financial operations and strengthen fiscal stewardship for the organization in Houston, Texas. This role oversees core accounting activities, budgeting, reporting, compliance, and grant-related financial coordination while partnering with leadership on planning and decision support. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide staff, improve processes, and communicate financial insights clearly to internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities:• Direct the organization’s accounting framework by managing financial controls, refining procedures, and monitoring revenue activity to support accuracy, compliance, and overall financial health.• Produce and review monthly and annual financial deliverables, including statements, reconciliations, payroll-related entries, budget documents, and management reports within established timelines.• Lead the annual budget cycle, forecasting efforts, cash planning, and longer-range financial analysis in partnership with executive leadership, department managers, and human resources.• Evaluate financial results, investigate variances, identify emerging trends, and present actionable recommendations that help leadership make informed business decisions.• Coordinate external audit activity by serving as the main contact for auditors and preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and required financial filings in collaboration with accounting team members.• Partner with senior leadership to prepare financial materials and explain performance trends for board finance and audit committee discussions.• Work closely with development and organizational leadership on donation tracking, financial strategy, funding alignment, resource planning, and long-term sustainability initiatives.• Oversee payroll-related accounting support, supervise financial system usage and optimization, and help maintain effective processes across accounting operations.• Administer the organization’s insurance program by managing renewals, certificates, cost allocations, risk considerations, and vendor communication.• Supervise and develop accounting staff by providing training, performance feedback, coverage support, grant compliance guidance, deadline coordination, and reporting oversight for funded programs. For immediate consideration, contact Mark, mark.loiacano@roberthalf
2026-10-22T12:18:44Z

Accounting Manager

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 128000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead financial operations for a non-profit organization in San Diego, California. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance with grant, contract, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep accounting knowledge, and the ability to support sound financial decision-making across the organization. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to deliver timely and reliable financial reports. • Oversee the daily performance, upkeep, and improvement of accounting systems to support efficient financial operations. • Maintain the general ledger structure, chart of accounts, cost allocation methods, and fixed asset records in alignment with non-profit and regulatory standards. • Design, implement, and monitor accounting policies and procedures that reinforce internal controls and proper separation of responsibilities. • Review financial activity to confirm accuracy, proper documentation, and protection of organizational assets. • Partner with external auditors and funding agencies by preparing schedules, records, and supporting materials for annual audits and grant or contract reviews. • Ensure all required tax filings and government reports are completed accurately and submitted on schedule. • Produce financial statements, cash flow analyses, budget-to-actual comparisons, aging reports, and other management reports as needed. • Lead departmental planning, budgeting, and process improvements while supervising, developing, and retaining accounting staff. • Build collaborative relationships across departments and with external partners, while keeping the team informed of evolving accounting standards and compliance requirements.
2026-11-03T22:18:43Z

Senior Cost Accountant

Coppell, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
- USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and operational insight for a manufacturing environment in Coppell, Texas. This position plays a key role in period-end reporting, product cost analysis, inventory oversight, and control improvement while partnering closely with plant leadership and operations teams. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of manufacturing accounting practices and can translate detailed financial data into practical business recommendations. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing account reconciliations, recording accruals, and supporting the accuracy of financial results.• Produce financial reports and evaluate performance trends to help management understand operating results and key cost drivers.• Manage product costing and inventory accounting activities, including standard cost maintenance, manufacturing cost tracking, valuation review, and analysis of usage and production variances.• Monitor inventory accuracy through reconciliations and cycle count oversight, partnering with site teams to address discrepancies and strengthen reporting reliability.• Evaluate accounting processes and internal controls, identify gaps or risks, and implement practical improvements to support policy adherence and regulatory compliance.• Review capital spending requests and provide financial analysis that supports sound investment decisions across the manufacturing site.• Coordinate audit requests by organizing supporting schedules, supplying documentation, and responding to questions from external auditors in a timely manner.• Work closely with operations leaders and maintain a regular presence on the production floor to build familiarity with plant activity and improve financial understanding of site performance. If interested, please email your resume to Derek Kemp at [email protected]
2026-10-29T01:28:45Z

Assistant Controller

Santa Clara, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join our team in Santa Clara, California. In this role, you will assist the Controller in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This position requires strong attention to detail, expertise in construction accounting, and a collaborative approach to working with various departments. Responsibilities: • Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting. • Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with industry standards and organizational requirements. • Manage job cost accounting tasks, including tracking schedules, cost-to-complete calculations, and percentage-of-completion reports. • Perform reconciliations for general ledger accounts and balance sheet items to maintain data accuracy. • Contribute to cash flow forecasting and budgeting to support organizational financial planning. • Oversee revenue recognition and contract accounting processes to ensure compliance with relevant guidelines. • Collaborate with project managers to evaluate job performance, profitability, and variance analysis. • Develop and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to improve operational efficiency. • Coordinate audits, tax preparation, and external reporting to meet regulatory and compliance obligations. • Supervise and guide accounting staff, supporting growth and effective team collaboration.
2026-11-12T23:14:04Z

Senior Cost Accountant Manufacturing Client

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
- USD / Yearly
Follow Shad on LinkedIn at #chalkboardtalk for videos on his open roles. Shad and His team at Robert Half is working with a manufacturing client that is looking for aSenior Cost Accountant to support a manufacturing operation in Houston, Texas. This position focuses on delivering accurate product costing, meaningful financial analysis, and reliable inventory reporting that helps leaders make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in standard costing within a production environment and can translate complex cost data into practical recommendations. Responsibilities:• Develop, maintain, and refine standard cost models for manufactured products to improve the accuracy of financial reporting and operational analysis.• Review material, labor, and overhead costs to identify variances, explain performance trends, and highlight opportunities for cost control.• Partner with production, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate manufacturing performance and strengthen cost visibility across the operation.• Prepare recurring cost reports, inventory analyses, and margin reviews to support budgeting, forecasting, and management decision-making.• Monitor inventory transactions and reconciliations to help ensure valuation accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.• Analyze production results against established standards and provide clear recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability.• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to costing, inventory, and manufacturing financial results.• Contribute to process improvements involving costing methods, reporting workflows, and financial controls within the manufacturing environment. For confidential consideration for this opportunity please e-mail Shad at [email protected] with your Microsoft Word Resume with Senior Cost Accountant in the subject line.
2026-11-13T23:58:44Z

Cost Accountant

Bridgewater, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused finance team in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This position plays a central role in monthly close activities, inventory accounting, and cost analysis, while supporting accurate financial reporting across the organization. The role also partners with operational and finance stakeholders locally and globally to deliver meaningful insights on product costs, inventory performance, and consolidated results. Responsibilities: • Lead key month-end accounting activities related to manufacturing operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial close support. • Establish and maintain annual standard costs for locally produced items in collaboration with supply chain and operational teams. • Analyze monthly inventory results, including cost of goods sold fluctuations and finished goods balances, to identify trends and explain variances. • Perform regular reviews of inventory reserves and obsolescence exposure, recommending adjustments where appropriate. • Reconcile inventory records against supplier reporting and investigate discrepancies to resolution. • Maintain schedules for prepaid insurance, monitor renewal activity, and record related amortization entries. • Prepare financial analyses and supporting schedules for corporate reporting, consolidated results, and management review. • Partner with cross-functional teams and international colleagues to support accounting processes and respond to ad hoc finance requests.
2026-11-04T17:48:44Z

Controller

Hackensack, MN
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and provide reliable financial insight for the business in Nisswa/Brainerd area. This role will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen reporting processes, and deliver analysis that supports operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in close management, cost accounting, and internal financial reporting within a dynamic environment. Salary up to $140K plus a bonus potential. If you are interested, please reach out to Steve Cashman on LinkedIn or call Steve at 612.446.5690 Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, driving an efficient timeline and ensuring accurate results.• Administer the general ledger structure, oversee account reconciliations, and review journal entries to maintain strong financial controls.• Lead day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, collections, payroll coordination, and fixed asset tracking.• Ensure accounting practices align with applicable standards, including treatment of revenue, inventory, and lease-related activity.• Produce monthly financial statements along with management reports that highlight key metrics, trends, and performance drivers.• Deliver margin and profitability analysis across product categories, sales channels, and operating locations.• Prepare lender-facing financial submissions and monitor compliance with borrowing requirements and covenant calculations.• Manage inventory and product costing, including bills of materials, overhead allocation, and variance analysis for materials, labor, and manufacturing costs.• Support budgeting, rolling forecasts, and short-term cash planning while monitoring working capital performance and credit facility usage.
2026-10-26T18:33:45Z

Business Unit Controller

Bristol, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is currently recruiting for a dedicated Business Unit Controller to join our client's team in Bristol, Virginia. This role requires a strong background in financial management and leadership, with a focus on overseeing accounting operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting, forecasting, and process improvements to drive organizational success. Responsibilities:• Manage the financial operations of the business unit, including budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting.• Ensure compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) regulations and internal policies.• Oversee cash forecasting processes to optimize financial planning and liquidity.• Lead the annual physical inventory process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.• Develop and implement department-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) for streamlined workflows.• Review and approve journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.• Drive month-end close activities to ensure timely and precise reporting.• Monitor and analyze cost accounting data to support decision-making and profitability.• Establish and enforce policies and procedures to maintain financial integrity.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and achieve organizational goals. A degree in Accounting or finance is required and a CPA/CMA or MBA is preferred. The position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in the Tri-Cities area. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview
2026-11-05T12:53:45Z

VP/Director of Finance

Fraser, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000.00 - 190000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee financial strategy, reporting, and operational accounting for a manufacturing organization in Fraser, Michigan. This role will guide budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and internal controls while supporting sound business decisions across departments. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sharp analytical judgment, and a hands-on approach to improving financial and administrative processes. Responsibilities: • Lead companywide budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, providing clear visibility into performance across departments and functions. • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery to leadership. • Direct the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations, statement consolidation, and analysis of key financial results. • Strengthen standard costing practices by maintaining accurate product cost data and supporting margin, inventory, and bill of materials analysis. • Establish and refine internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting workflows to improve efficiency, consistency, and compliance. • Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and core administrative HR activities to ensure dependable day-to-day execution. • Partner with operations on purchasing and inventory management, using financial insight to support cost control and performance improvement. • Develop and monitor key performance indicators and financial reporting packages that help leaders measure results and act on trends. • Evaluate accounting systems and current processes, recommending and implementing improvements that enhance productivity and financial accuracy. • Serve as a primary financial liaison with external partners, including auditors and other third-party stakeholders, on behalf of the company.
2026-11-03T20:48:42Z

Controller

Concord, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Yearly
Kevin Eckhardt with Robert Half is looking for Controller to oversee the full accounting and finance operation for his client. This position will guide financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash oversight, and analytical support while partnering closely with leadership to inform business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, strong manufacturing and inventory accounting knowledge, and the ability to lead a small team in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities:• Direct day-to-day accounting and finance activities, ensuring accurate records and reliable financial information across the organization.• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, maintaining timeliness and precision in all reporting deliverables.• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and business insights to support executive planning and decision-making.• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to help the business manage resources effectively and meet financial goals.• Strengthen and monitor internal controls, accounting procedures, and documentation practices to promote compliance and operational efficiency.• Manage cost accounting and inventory accounting processes, providing visibility into production costs, margins, and inventory performance.• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of four finance and accounting professionals, setting priorities and encouraging strong performance.• Partner with operational leaders to evaluate financial results, identify trends, and recommend actions that improve business performance.• Support finance-related process improvements and system-related initiatives, including updates that enhance reporting accuracy and workflow efficiency.
2026-10-19T15:54:11Z

Controller

Oconomowoc, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Controller to provide strong financial leadership for an industrial organization in Oconomowoc. This role will guide accounting and operational finance activities, deliver meaningful analysis to leadership, and help drive sound business decisions. The ideal candidate will combine technical accounting expertise with manufacturing finance knowledge and a practical, collaborative approach to supporting performance and growth. Responsibilities:• Act as a key finance partner to executive and operations leaders, offering insight that supports strategic and day-to-day decision-making.• Prepare, review, and interpret monthly financial results, including statements, operating trends, and performance metrics for leadership review.• Manage the budgeting cycle, regular forecasts, and longer-term financial plans to align resources with business objectives.• Evaluate results against targets, highlight risks or gaps, and recommend actions to improve financial and operational performance.• Oversee product costing and standard cost practices, ensuring reliable valuation methods across manufacturing activities.• Analyze production-related variances such as labor, materials, overhead, scrap, and efficiency to identify improvement opportunities.• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process while maintaining accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and audit readiness.• Lead the accounting function, including oversight of payables, receivables, payroll, inventory accounting, fixed assets, cash activity, and general ledger processes.• Partner with cross-functional teams to assess margins, profitability, capital investments, process improvements, and other initiatives that affect business performance.• Support upgrades to financial processes and systems when needed, with a focus on efficiency, reporting quality, and control effectiveness.
2026-10-15T21:21:58Z

Plant Controller

Lorain, OH
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
135000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead financial and operational oversight for our manufacturing site in Lorain, Ohio. This position partners closely with plant leadership to strengthen performance, support customer commitments, and guide sound business decisions across production, warehousing, and shared support activities. The role also contributes to local leadership discussions by aligning financial discipline with operational goals and maintaining accountability for site results. Responsibilities:• Direct financial and operational control for the warehouse and supporting business functions to ensure efficient site performance.• Partner with production and leadership teams to improve output, control costs, and support reliable delivery for customers.• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting activities, including standard costing, cost analysis, and ongoing review of plant performance drivers.• Lead the month-end close process by preparing accurate financial results, reviewing variances, and communicating key insights to management.• Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance reports that help leadership make informed operational and financial decisions.• Coach and motivate cross-functional teams while promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and strong execution across the site.• Participate in local management discussions to coordinate priorities across operations, finance, sales support, and product-related activities.• Maintain appropriate financial governance, reporting accuracy, and authorized business signatory responsibilities for the U.S. entity.
2026-10-19T12:18:43Z

Site Controller

Topton, PA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Site Controller to lead the financial operations of our manufacturing site in Topton, Pennsylvania. This position plays a central role in guiding accounting, reporting, budgeting, and compliance activities while supporting sound business decisions with accurate financial insight. The ideal candidate brings strong plant finance experience, practical cost accounting expertise, and the ability to partner closely with site leadership to improve operational and financial performance. Responsibilities: • Direct the day-to-day finance and accounting activities for the site, ensuring priorities are managed effectively and deadlines are consistently met. • Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and operating plans, and analyze performance results to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities. • Maintain ownership of cost accounting processes, including inventory valuation and standard cost management, to support accurate reporting and reduce unexplained variances. • Review and manage fixed asset records and capital-related financial analysis to support responsible investment decisions and effective use of resources. • Ensure financial practices remain aligned with corporate policies, regulatory obligations, and applicable audit and tax requirements. • Coordinate legal entity documentation and statutory filings, including tax-related submissions and other required compliance records. • Monitor working capital performance and recommend corrective actions that strengthen cash flow and operational efficiency. • Provide financial guidance to site leadership by evaluating business results, overseeing monthly profit and loss reporting, and highlighting key risks and opportunities. • Supervise accounting, cash management, and financial control functions while supporting team performance through clear direction and ethical leadership. • Serve as a finance lead on site-level projects when needed, offering analysis and oversight to support successful execution.
2026-10-23T13:04:15Z

Controller

Wichita, KS
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Controller to lead plant accounting activities and strengthen financial visibility for a manufacturing operation in Wichita, Kansas. This onsite role will oversee cost accounting, support the monthly close cycle, and manage billing processes in a machine hour-driven production environment. The position also serves as a key resource for maintaining accounting system accuracy, improving reporting, and helping leadership understand operating performance. We are looking for someone with a solid understanding of manufacturing that doesn't mind being in the weeds but also brings a strategic mindset to the table! Comp up to $125k+! Responsibilities:• Lead plant cost accounting activities by assigning and reviewing overhead rates tied to machine utilization and validating the accuracy of job and work order costing.• Evaluate monthly values for work in process and finished goods inventory to ensure reliable financial reporting and inventory records.• Administer and refine the manufacturing accounting system by maintaining costing configurations, updating routing-related data, and resolving system issues that affect reporting integrity.• Prepare accounting entries and complete reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and cash activity as part of an accurate and timely month-end close.• Manage customer billing activities, including invoice creation, progress billing support, cash application, and follow-up on outstanding receivables.• Oversee fixed asset records and depreciation schedules while partnering on inventory cycle counts to investigate and resolve variances.• Review labor and machine hour inputs that drive product costing and provide backup assistance for payroll-related processing when needed.• Contribute to budgeting and monthly financial analysis by preparing variance reporting and assembling preliminary financial statements for management review.• Strengthen accounting processes by documenting procedures, improving internal workflows, and promoting high-quality system data across the organization
2026-10-20T14:28:44Z

Controller (Plant)

Fife, WA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead finance and accounting activities for a manufacturing operation in Fife, Washington. This role serves as a key partner to site leadership, providing insight that supports operational performance, profitability, and long-term planning. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance expertise, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to strengthen financial processes in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Direct plant-level accounting and financial operations while collaborating with leadership across two local business units to support performance goals.• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring timely reporting, accurate reconciliations, and reliable financial results.• Evaluate financial performance by analyzing margins, spending trends, capital investments, and business initiatives, then present actionable recommendations.• Oversee manufacturing cost structures, including inventory valuation, standard costing, variance review, and product profitability reporting.• Work closely with operational teams to uncover savings opportunities, improve efficiency, and support informed decision-making.• Lead the annual budget process, periodic forecasts, cash planning, and broader financial planning efforts for the site.• Maintain a strong control environment by reinforcing accounting procedures, supporting audit preparedness, and upholding policy compliance.• Develop and coach accounting and finance staff, fostering accountability, growth, and strong team performance.• Champion process improvements and system-related enhancements that increase accuracy, visibility, and efficiency across finance operations. The salary range for this position is $150k to $175k. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 5 days of paid sick leave and 10 paid holidays per calendar year.
2026-10-28T23:28:42Z

Sr. Accountant

Duffield, VA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support core accounting operations for a manufacturing environment in Duffield, Virginia. This role will oversee essential close activities, maintain accurate financial records, and provide insight into production-related costs and performance trends. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to work confidently with enterprise systems and detailed financial data. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly and year-end closing activities, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and supporting documentation.• Perform detailed account and bank reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.• Analyze manufacturing costs, including standard costing structures and bill of materials, to support accurate inventory and product costing.• Monitor fixed assets and lease-related accounting records, ensuring compliance with company policy and applicable standards.• Review financial results and investigate cost and operational variances to highlight risks, trends, and improvement opportunities.• Partner with operational and finance teams to strengthen reporting accuracy and provide meaningful analysis for decision-making.• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Excel to manage financial data, reporting, and account analysis effectively. The position will require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 3+ years of experience. The position is 100% onsite and will require some to live in the local Tri-Cities/Virginia or surrounding areas. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview
2026-10-28T22:18:43Z

Corporate Controller

Detroit, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
175000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
Position: ControllerReports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: Detroit, MIMinimum Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role About the OpportunityOur client, a manufacturer of premium, high-end products, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Controller to join their leadership team. This position plays a critical role in overseeing accounting operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance and accuracy across all financial activities. The Controller will report directly to the CFO and partner with leadership across the organization to deliver strategic financial insights that support growth and operational excellence. Key ResponsibilitiesDay-to-Day:<ul><li>Oversee accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger management.</li><li>Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of all financial transactions.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals across multiple business lines.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with leadership to deliver financial insights and drive process enhancements.</li></ul>Month-End:<ul><li>Manage month-end close, including reconciliations and preparation of accurate financial statements.</li><li>Analyze variances and deliver clear commentary to leadership.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.</li></ul>Year-End:<ul><li>Lead the annual close process and external audit coordination.</li><li>Oversee tax preparation and compliance through third-party providers.</li><li>Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cycles.</li></ul>If you have questions or would like more information please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131. For immediate and confidential please apply today.
2026-11-10T15:38:44Z

Cost Accountant

Houston, TX
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking a Cost Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This position will play a key role in cost analysis, inventory management, month-end close activities, and supporting operational decision-making across the business. Responsibilities<ul><li>Participate in monthly and year-end close processes.</li><li>Maintain and analyze standard costing and investigate cost variances.</li><li>Assist with inventory accounting, valuation, and cycle count activities.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost improvement initiatives.</li><li>Analyze labor, overhead, production, and inventory-related costs.</li><li>Review and maintain product costing data and bill of materials information.</li><li>Partner with operations and leadership to provide financial analysis and reporting.</li><li>Assist with process improvements and special projects as needed.</li></ul> For confidential consideration, send your resume to [email protected].
2026-11-12T17:33:45Z

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