<p>We are looking for a Brand Marketing Manager to support the planning and execution of global brand marketing initiatives for a retail organization. This Long-term Contract position will partner with cross-functional teams across multiple regions to drive key programs from concept through launch, ensuring alignment, clear communication, and flawless execution. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, an adaptable collaborator, and an experienced project leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead end-to-end planning and execution of global brand marketing programs and training initiatives.</li><li> Coordinate across global, regional, and local stakeholders to drive alignment and ensure successful delivery.</li><li> Build and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.</li><li> Facilitate project meetings, document key decisions, and drive accountability across teams.</li><li> Develop compelling presentations, communications, and executive-ready materials that translate complex information into clear narratives.</li><li> Proactively identify risks, remove roadblocks, and ensure projects remain on track.</li><li> Support the localization of global initiatives while maintaining a consistent brand experience.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Cost Accounting Manager for a growing Cincinnati based company. The Cost Accounting Manager will perform advanced product cost analysis, prepare margin and variance reporting, and assess product costing methodologies and processes to support Operations, Finance, and Executive leadership efforts to improve the profitability of the business.. For immediate consideration please contact Jarrod Moon at (859)229-3603.</p><p>Core Responsibilities:</p><p>• Calculate and analyze all product costs, including direct materials, direct labor, fixed and variable overhead. Ensure reported cost of goods sold and inventory values are accurate. Develop and implement plans to address inaccuracies or errors.</p><p>• Develop the system, methodology, and procedures to improve accuracy of product costs to enable better pricing and investment decision-making by commercial and financial personnel. Work with operators, supervisors, and Operations leadership to implement any process changes required to improve accuracy of product costs.</p><p>• Analyze all manufacturing costs, identify savings opportunities, and work directly with Operations leadership and personnel to realize the savings.</p><p>• Evaluate and assign labor, variable, and fixed overhead rates to products. Ensure costs are accurately assigned to the product, recorded in the general ledger, and reflected in the product cost. Develop ongoing reporting to quickly identify errors.</p><p>• Develop models to accurately forecast and plan product costs and operations expenses. Support commercial and operation leadership budget and forecast processes.</p><p>• Compile monthly product cost information, maintain a historical database, and develop reporting to track cost changes. </p><p>• Review, analyze and report on company gross margins. Complete price, volume, mix, and cost analysis to explain variances to budgets, forecasts and prior periods.</p><p>• Work with Operations leadership to determine, recommend, and implement cost-effective solutions to operational issues and challenges.</p><p>• Support cost control efforts and develop reporting to track actualization of anticipated savings.</p><p>• Evaluate inventory levels, order rates, and backlog to support decisions on production planning, material purchasing, direct and indirect labor hiring, and discretionary spending.</p><p>• Assess inventory for excess and obsolescence. Develop accounting reserve methodology compliant with GAAP.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Purchase Specialist to support procurement operations for a non-profit organization in Dayton, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage purchasing tasks with accuracy, maintain strong vendor coordination, and keep administrative processes organized. The role focuses on handling day-to-day purchasing activities, processing orders efficiently, and supporting the purchasing department with dependable service. For immediate consideration, please apply online, then contact our talent managers at (937) 224-0600</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily procurement activities by reviewing requests, sourcing needed items, and ensuring purchases align with organizational needs.</p><p>• Prepare, submit, and track purchase orders while maintaining accurate records and documentation throughout the buying process.</p><p>• Coordinate with vendors to confirm pricing, product availability, delivery schedules, and service expectations.</p><p>• Support the purchasing department with administrative tasks, status updates, and follow-up communication related to open orders.</p><p>• Monitor purchasing transactions to help ensure timely fulfillment, proper approvals, and compliance with internal procedures.</p><p>• Work with internal stakeholders to clarify order details, resolve purchasing issues, and maintain smooth procurement workflows.</p><p>• Maintain organized purchasing files and reports to support visibility into spending activity and order history.</p><p>• Assist with merchant services coordination as needed to support payment-related purchasing activities.</p>
<p>Assistant Controller</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to support accounting operations and financial reporting for a growing industrial organization. This position plays a key role in overseeing core accounting functions, cost analysis, compliance, financial planning, and operational reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, manufacturing industry experience, and a continuous improvement mindset.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist in managing daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and related functions.</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.</li><li>Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Oversee cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, product costing, and variance analysis.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to analyze labor, materials, and manufacturing performance metrics.</li><li>Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate external audit requests and assist with audit preparation and compliance activities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Mentor and support accounting staff while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-focused Data Analyst to join a Long-term Contract assignment supporting technical data quality and material information management in northern Kentucky. In this role, you will help maintain accurate, standardized data for raw materials and packaging components so teams can move product development, supplier onboarding, and manufacturing activities forward efficiently. This position works closely with research, quality, procurement, operations, and master data partners to strengthen consistency across systems and improve the reliability of material records. This role will be onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remote. Must be comfortable working in a lab/plant manufacturing setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the collection, review, and entry of technical specifications for raw materials and packaging components within designated data and specification platforms.</p><p>• Verify that material records are complete, accurate, and aligned with company standards, compliance expectations, and approved documentation.</p><p>• Apply consistent naming structures, formatting rules, and data standards to improve usability across regional and enterprise systems.</p><p>• Investigate missing, conflicting, or outdated information in material specifications and resolve issues through coordination with cross-functional stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain material master records and ensure proper connections between specification data, system entries, and related documentation.</p><p>• Build, revise, and validate bills of materials to support production readiness, product updates, supplier changes, and ongoing improvement efforts.</p><p>• Partner with master data, procurement, operations, and technical teams to enhance data governance practices and streamline data management processes.</p><p>• Monitor assigned project activities and data deliverables to help keep timelines on track and support broader documentation standardization efforts.</p>
<p>Controller</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing manufacturing and distribution organization. This role serves as a strategic business partner to leadership, providing financial insights, ensuring strong internal controls, and supporting operational and long-term business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to process improvement and financial management.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide financial analysis, reporting, and key performance insights to support executive decision-making.</li><li>Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes while monitoring results against established goals.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Oversee payroll accounting activities and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives, operational planning, and business growth objectives.</li><li>Monitor company revenues, expenses, and departmental budgets to ensure financial accountability and control.</li><li>Establish and maintain recurring financial and operational reporting metrics, benchmarks, and performance indicators.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company financial policies.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.</li><li>Analyze inventory, operational costs, and spending trends, providing recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency.</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Support relationships with external auditors, banking partners, tax advisors, and other financial stakeholders.</li></ul><p>If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821 </p>