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3269 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Html

Sr. Accountant
  • Duffield, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead monthly and year-end closing activities, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Perform detailed account and bank reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs, including standard costing structures and bill of materials, to support accurate inventory and product costing.</p><p>• Monitor fixed assets and lease-related accounting records, ensuring compliance with company policy and applicable standards.</p><p>• Review financial results and investigate cost and operational variances to highlight risks, trends, and improvement opportunities.</p><p>• Partner with operational and finance teams to strengthen reporting accuracy and provide meaningful analysis for decision-making.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Excel to manage financial data, reporting, and account analysis effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>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</p>
  • 2026-10-28T22:18:43Z
Cost Accountant
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-30T23:18:45Z
Cost Accountant
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-26T15:28:45Z
Cost Accountant
  • Westminster, MA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Westminster, Massachusetts. This position supports accurate financial reporting by monitoring product and project costs, maintaining reliable inventory records, and contributing to monthly accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, sound judgment, and the ability to translate operational data into meaningful financial insight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain cost accounting records by analyzing raw material, labor, and overhead expenses tied to production and project activity.<br>• Oversee inventory accuracy through ledger maintenance, cycle count coordination, and review of stock valuation results.<br>• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to assist with the month-end close process.<br>• Apply revenue recognition principles, including percentage-of-completion methods where appropriate, to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Monitor work-in-progress balances and evaluate cost movements to identify variances and support management review.<br>• Partner with operations and finance stakeholders to improve visibility into manufacturing costs and inventory performance.
  • 2026-10-15T14:43:44Z
Cost Accountant
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-30T23:18:45Z
Cost Accountant
  • Chestertown, MD
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and operational performance in Chestertown, Maryland. This role will focus on analyzing manufacturing and inventory costs, delivering accurate reporting, and providing insights that help leadership improve profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine cost structures across materials, labor, and overhead to uncover opportunities for improved efficiency and reduced spend.<br>• Track production results against established standards, investigate variances, and communicate findings with practical recommendations.<br>• Partner with operations, procurement, and other business teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning activities.<br>• Prepare recurring cost accounting reports and management summaries that clearly reflect financial performance and key trends.<br>• Maintain oversight of inventory costing, including valuation reviews and reconciliation of inventory-related balances.<br>• Support decision-making by assessing how cost fluctuations influence margins, pricing, and overall business results.<br>• Strengthen cost accounting processes by identifying workflow improvements that increase accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.<br>• Ensure financial practices align with applicable accounting requirements and provide support during internal and external audit reviews.<br>• Contribute to the financial evaluation of new products or services by developing cost estimates and related analysis.
  • 2026-10-07T13:58:40Z
Cost Accountant
  • Azusa, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing team in Azusa, California. This position plays an important role in strengthening financial accuracy by evaluating production costs, inventory activity, and operational results. The individual in this role will collaborate with finance and plant partners to deliver reliable reporting, support close activities, and help leadership make informed business decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and revise standard cost data for raw materials, direct labor, and factory overhead to keep product valuation current and accurate.<br>• Examine production and purchasing variances, including material usage, labor efficiency, scrap, price differences, and overhead impacts, and communicate key findings to stakeholders.<br>• Review product structures, manufacturing routings, and shop orders to confirm costing inputs properly reflect actual production processes.<br>• Track inventory movements and perform reconciliations between inventory records and the general ledger to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Research stock discrepancies and work with operations and supply chain teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.<br>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting activities tied to inventory balances and cost of goods sold.<br>• Support cycle count programs and physical inventory events by analyzing count results, reconciling differences, and documenting outcomes.<br>• Produce scheduled and on-demand reports covering inventory valuation, manufacturing costs, and operational performance trends.<br>• Partner with purchasing, engineering, production, and supply chain teams to improve cost reliability, reporting quality, and internal control practices.<br>• Assist with audit requests by preparing reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation for inventory and cost-related accounts.
  • 2026-10-19T17:33:47Z
Cost Accountant
  • Dayton, OH
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>*Robert Half EXCLUSIVE*</p><p>**HYBRID, 2-3 days/week from home**</p><p>***For more information, contact Jason Young @ [email protected] or 937/637-7759***</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, an industry leading manufacturing company who has been in business for over 125 years is looking for a Cost Accountant due to a recent promotion. Our client is offering a very competitive benefits/compensation package, TOP NOTCH culture and room for advancement!</p><p><strong>Essential Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform detailed manufacturing cost and financial analysis for the Finance Director, Directors of Operations, and site leadership as needed</li><li>Maintain and periodically review standard costs, including material, labor, and overhead standards</li><li>Prepare and review manufacturing-related journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close support</li><li>Prepare and distribute inventory and operational finance reporting by location and product line</li><li>Participate in relevant site, product line, and operational review meetings and provide financial insight and analysis</li><li>Support forecasting and budget preparation for assigned locations, including labor, overhead, inventory, and manufacturing performance; analyze actual results against forecast and budget and provide clear commentary to Finance and Operations leadership</li><li>Provide strong coordination and financial oversight for annual physical inventory activities across assigned sites and product lines</li><li>Monitor cycle counts compliance, inventory accuracy, and adjustment activity; coordinate with site leaders to review results, identify concerns, and drive corrective action</li><li>Develop and maintain strong working relationships with site leaders, operations teams, and other key personnel and decision makers</li><li>Identify root causes of cost, inventory, and manufacturing variances; make recommendations and follow up on corrective actions with appropriate business partners</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-07T14:28:52Z
Cost Accountant
  • Auburn, IN
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32.00 - 42.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>About the Opportunity</p><p>A well-established manufacturer is seeking a Cost Accountant to support plant operations and financial reporting. This position will partner closely with production leadership to analyze costs, inventory, and operational performance.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Maintain standard costing systems</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances</li><li>Perform inventory reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes</li><li>Prepare financial and operational reports</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-22T19:28:43Z
Cost Accountant
  • Dublin, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Join our team as a Cost Accountant, supporting financial management and project cost analysis for our growing construction company. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate tracking of project expenditures, supporting effective budgeting, and facilitating transparent financial reporting to stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze cost reports for multiple construction projects</li><li>Review project budgets and track actual costs against estimates</li><li>Monitor job cost allocations and variance explanations</li><li>Collaborate with project managers to verify purchase orders, invoices, and expenses</li><li>Review labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for accuracy and documentation</li><li>Evaluate change orders and their financial impact</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close related to project accounting</li><li>Maintain cost accounting records and construction project files</li><li>Assist with forecasting and identifying areas for cost improvement</li><li>Provide financial summaries to management and support strategic business decisions</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-26T15:33:57Z
Cost Accountant
  • Sparks, NV
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Ricky Pasquet with Robert Half Finance & Accounting Permanent Placement is recruiting for an experienced Cost Accountant. In this role, you will support product costing, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting while partnering with operations and planning teams to improve cost visibility and business performance. The position is well suited for someone who combines strong analytical ability with hands-on manufacturing accounting experience and a focus on accuracy, controls, and continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain product cost structures within the ERP system by reviewing master data, validating costing logic, and keeping standards current.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing, inventory, purchasing, and absorption variances, identify root causes, and share actionable findings with business partners.</p><p>• Evaluate raw material cost performance by comparing standard and actual results and highlighting trends that affect production costs.</p><p>• Support monthly close activities tied to manufacturing operations, including production settlements, inventory-related entries, and reconciliation tasks.</p><p>• Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations to confirm that production and inventory transactions are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Assist with manufacturing and supply chain reporting by compiling financial data, interpreting results, and communicating meaningful insights.</p><p>• Review supplier invoices related to raw materials, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate follow-up to resolve issues promptly.</p><p>• Contribute to internal control, audit, and policy support activities by providing documentation, answering inquiries, and helping strengthen accounting procedures.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams on process improvement efforts involving supply chain, warehouse, maintenance, and manufacturing transactions connected to the general ledger.</p>
  • 2026-10-26T16:28:45Z
Cost Accountant
  • Woodbury, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 31.66 - 36.66 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Woodbury, Minnesota on a contract-to-permanent basis. In this role, you will help strengthen financial accuracy by supporting inventory accounting, product costing, and month-end close activities in a fast-paced production environment. You will collaborate with teams across operations, engineering, materials, and production to ensure cost data is reliable and reporting supports sound business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review inventory activity, reconcile balances, and research variances to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count reviews, then assess gains, losses, and adjustment trends.</p><p>• Support the setup and maintenance of product costing data to help keep item records and cost structures accurate.</p><p>• Maintain standard cost information within company systems and assist with updates to cost-related master data.</p><p>• Contribute to annual cost roll processes, including preparing data files and validating uploaded information.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and provide accounting support during monthly close to ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing and inventory variances, then summarize findings in clear financial reports for stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with operations, engineering, materials, and production teams to improve inventory accuracy and strengthen reporting processes.</p><p>• Assist with process improvements and contribute to special accounting projects as business needs evolve.</p><p><br></p><p>*Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.</p><p> </p><p>Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.</p>
  • 2026-10-29T13:43:45Z
Cost Accountant
  • Oxnard, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Oxnard, California. This role is responsible for delivering accurate product cost insights, strengthening cost controls, and supporting informed business decisions through thorough financial analysis. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations, purchasing, inventory, and production teams to evaluate cost drivers, investigate variances, and improve the accuracy of cost data across the business.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate material, labor, and production-related expenses to measure operating performance and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.<br>• Monitor the financial impact of design updates, supplier pricing shifts, process changes, and service modifications on overall manufacturing costs.<br>• Create, refine, and maintain documented costing procedures to support consistent and reliable accounting practices.<br>• Prepare recurring analyses that compare standard costs with actual results, highlighting key variances and trends for management review.<br>• Maintain cost records and reporting used to support spending control, budgeting, and operational planning.<br>• Review production cost data, investigate irregular entries, and confirm that inventory and manufacturing transactions are properly reflected in financial records.<br>• Generate cost estimates for new or revised products and provide profitability analysis to support planning and decision-making.<br>• Oversee month-end reporting and follow-up for inventory adjustments, purchase price variance, standard cost updates, aging production orders, and other manufacturing-related general ledger activity.<br>• Partner with production, engineering, planning, purchasing, and inventory teams to resolve structural costing issues, improve master data accuracy, and support monthly cost accounting close activities, audits, and variance reviews.
  • 2026-11-02T22:08:46Z
Cost Accountant
  • Lexington, KY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and cost control activities in Central, Kentucky. This role focuses on analyzing production and operating costs, improving reporting accuracy, and helping leaders make informed budgeting and investment decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with accounting systems, capital expenditure tracking, and cross-functional financial analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze direct and indirect costs to identify trends, variances, and opportunities to improve financial performance</p><p>• Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, and budget-related analyses to support operational and leadership decisions</p><p>• Monitor capital expenditure activity and ensure project spending is recorded accurately and aligned with approved budgets</p><p>• Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to strengthen cost controls and improve the reliability of financial data</p><p>• Support accounts payable and other core accounting activities by reviewing coding, allocations, and transaction accuracy</p><p>• Use ERP and accounting software platforms to manage financial records, generate reporting, and streamline routine processes</p><p>• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks related to inventory, accruals, and cost accounting entries</p><p>• Evaluate cost structures and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and reporting consistency</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-07T15:48:48Z
Snr Cost Accountant
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p>A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Albuquerque is seeking a Senior Program Accountant I to support complex customer programs, contract accounting, revenue recognition, and financial analysis. This role will partner closely with accounting, finance, and cross-functional teams to interpret customer contracts, evaluate revenue recognition requirements under ASC 606, support program financial reporting, and provide insight into project performance. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close, along with experience analyzing contracts, supporting revenue recognition, and working with project/program financial data. Experience with Estimate at Completion (EAC), contract assets/liabilities, overtime revenue recognition, or aerospace/defense programs is highly desirable. This position requires someone who can independently manage accounting responsibilities, interpret complex financial information, and communicate financial results in a clear, business-focused way to stakeholders across the organization. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience preferred.</p>
  • 2026-11-06T15:04:18Z
Cost Accountant
  • Ventura, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused team in Ventura, California. This position plays a key role in strengthening cost visibility, supporting accurate financial reporting, and delivering analysis that helps guide operational and business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance review, along with the ability to work effectively across departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare recurring monthly financial and cost reports, highlighting patterns, risks, and meaningful recommendations for business leaders.<br>• Analyze manufacturing performance by reviewing material, labor, and overhead results and investigating variances against established standards.<br>• Develop and maintain cost of goods sold analysis to improve financial accuracy and provide insight into production economics.<br>• Review and update product cost structures for current inventory as well as newly introduced items to ensure reliable valuation.<br>• Support external audit activities by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping maintain compliance with reporting requirements.<br>• Collaborate with operational and leadership teams on special financial analyses, planning efforts, and strategic decision support.<br>• Maintain standard cost accounting records within business systems and help ensure data integrity across costing-related transactions.<br>• Use tools such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Navision, and advanced Excel to perform analysis and manage reporting needs.
  • 2026-10-15T16:28:47Z
Cost Accountant
  • Grand Island, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo has partnered with a local client that is looking for a detail oriented Cost Accountant to support cost analysis and provide meaningful financial insight to leadership in Grand Island, New York. This role focuses on maintaining accurate product costing, evaluating profitability, and helping management make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, a solid grasp of GAAP, and the ability to work effectively with operational and finance teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs across multiple operating locations and translate findings into practical recommendations for management.</p><p>• Maintain and review standard cost structures to help ensure accurate inventory valuation and product costing.</p><p>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports that highlight cost trends, margin performance, and opportunities for operational improvement.</p><p>• Partner with leaders across finance and operations to explain cost drivers and support better planning and decision-making.</p><p>• Perform detailed variance analysis related to labor, materials, overhead, and production activity.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end accounting activities by reconciling cost-related accounts and validating financial accuracy.</p><p>• Help uphold compliance with GAAP by applying sound accounting practices to costing and inventory processes.</p><p>• Use Sage X3 and Microsoft Excel to manage data, develop analyses, and improve visibility into cost and profit performance.</p>
  • 2026-10-22T18:48:47Z
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead key month-end accounting activities related to manufacturing operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial close support.<br>• Establish and maintain annual standard costs for locally produced items in collaboration with supply chain and operational teams.<br>• Analyze monthly inventory results, including cost of goods sold fluctuations and finished goods balances, to identify trends and explain variances.<br>• Perform regular reviews of inventory reserves and obsolescence exposure, recommending adjustments where appropriate.<br>• Reconcile inventory records against supplier reporting and investigate discrepancies to resolution.<br>• Maintain schedules for prepaid insurance, monitor renewal activity, and record related amortization entries.<br>• Prepare financial analyses and supporting schedules for corporate reporting, consolidated results, and management review.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams and international colleagues to support accounting processes and respond to ad hoc finance requests.
  • 2026-11-04T17:48:44Z
Cost Accountant
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 37.00 - 47.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support a stone, glass, and concrete manufacturing operation in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. This Contract position will focus on evaluating production costs, maintaining accurate standard costing, and delivering financial insight that supports operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing cost accounting and can work effectively with both finance and plant teams to improve cost visibility and reporting accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze manufacturing costs, including materials, labor, and overhead, to identify trends and explain variances.<br>• Maintain and update standard cost records to reflect current production methods, pricing, and operational inputs.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc cost reports that help leadership assess product profitability and plant performance.<br>• Partner with operations and finance stakeholders to review inventory valuation, cost allocations, and margin results.<br>• Investigate differences between actual and expected costs and recommend actions to strengthen cost control.<br>• Support month-end close activities related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing accounting entries.<br>• Assist with process improvements and, when needed, contribute to accounting-related changes affecting costing workflows.<br>• Ensure cost data is complete, reliable, and aligned with internal reporting requirements and accounting practices.
  • 2026-10-21T21:24:07Z
Cost Accountant
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Minnesota. This role supports financial accuracy across inventory, production costing, and reporting activities, helping the business understand cost drivers and maintain strong controls. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee inventory cost records by maintaining accurate item data, product structures, bills of materials, routings, and related master information used for costing and reporting.</p><p>• Analyze inventory valuation, production performance, freight expense, material pricing, and manufacturing variances to identify trends and explain cost movements.</p><p>• Establish and update standard costs while supporting monthly cost allocations and validating accounting close activities tied to inventory and production.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams on new product setup, item changes, and discontinued products to ensure master data remains consistent and reliable across the organization.</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile sales and use tax filings on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis in compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs by investigating discrepancies, documenting findings, and recommending corrective actions.</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews of inventory and costing data to confirm completeness, accuracy, and adherence to internal standards and procedures.</p><p>• Visit manufacturing locations periodically to gain insight into production workflows, evaluate cost drivers, and improve costing precision.</p><p>• Create and maintain process documentation for inventory controls, item setup, product costing, tax-related activities, and trading partner onboarding support.</p><p>• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers while resolving issues promptly and maintaining a high standard in all communications.</p><p><br></p><p>We offer a full suite of benefits including PTO, Medical, and Dental. </p>
  • 2026-11-02T22:23:39Z
Cost Accountant
  • Columbus, OH
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment in Columbus, Ohio. This role combines inventory accounting, cash application, banking support, and reconciliation work while helping maintain accurate cost and transactional records. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing cost accounting knowledge and can work across warehouse, purchasing, and administrative processes with accuracy and professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with warehouse personnel to track inventory activity and ensure related transactions are recorded accurately.<br>• Manage accounting support for product conversions, brokerage activity, and consignment arrangements within the inventory process.<br>• Prepare customer invoices, enter billing information, and apply incoming cash receipts to the appropriate accounts.<br>• Assist with banking activities such as processing payments, posting cash transactions, and completing bank reconciliations.<br>• Perform account reconciliations, compile operational and financial metrics, and maintain organized data tracking for reporting purposes.<br>• Develop working knowledge of purchase settlement processes, including documentation tied to weight, chemistry, conversions, and customer billing records.<br>• Provide backup coverage for administrative tasks such as ordering office supplies, maintaining files, and supporting routine office operations.<br>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to verify supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies affecting cost and settlement records.
  • 2026-10-07T12:14:03Z
Senior Accountant
  • Temple, TX
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused finance team in Temple, Texas. This role is responsible for delivering accurate product and inventory cost information, supporting month-end close activities, and providing analysis that helps improve operational and financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, inventory accounting, and cross-functional collaboration with production and purchasing teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee standard cost data by updating product structures, labor assumptions, and overhead allocations to keep costing records accurate and current.</p><p>• Evaluate actual manufacturing results against expected costs and provide clear explanations for differences in materials, labor, and factory overhead.</p><p>• Monitor margins and cost performance across jobs, product lines, and customer accounts to identify trends that affect profitability.</p><p>• Assist with inventory accounting activities, including cycle count support, physical inventory reviews, and reconciliation of stock records to the general ledger.</p><p>• Assess production-related costs such as scrap, rework, and yield loss, and recommend ways to strengthen controls and improve cost reliability.</p><p>• Prepare cost-related journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and recurring reports that support the monthly financial close process.</p><p>• Work closely with operations and purchasing teams to review usage patterns, efficiency metrics, and changes in material pricing.</p><p>• Contribute financial insight for pricing decisions, customer quotations, budgets, forecasts, and capital spending evaluations.</p><p>• Maintain cost accounting information within the company’s ERP environment, including Acumatica when applicable, and provide documentation for audits and special finance initiatives.</p>
  • 2026-11-09T14:28:41Z
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate gross margin performance tied to inventory activity and present clear insights that help management assess profit and loss results.<br>• Maintain accurate product cost records by establishing and updating standard costs based on labor, materials, and manufacturing inputs within the ERP system.<br>• Review inventory discrepancies such as cycle count differences, scrap activity, production variances, and other adjustments, then communicate corrective actions to operational teams.<br>• Prepare customer and product costing analyses that support pricing decisions designed to balance competitiveness and profitability.<br>• 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.<br>• 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.<br>• Recommend and document inventory reserves, overhead applications, and other cost-related adjustments to improve the accuracy of financial statements.<br>• Partner with quality, research, and operations teams to review bills of materials, production setups, and inventory item structures and suggest improvements where needed.<br>• Assist with inventory control activities, including cycle counts, year-end physical inventory, forecasting inventory turns, and evaluating manufacturing-related capital spending requests.<br>• 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
Cost Accountant
  • East Helena, MT
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical <strong>Cost Accountant & Commodity Risk Analyst</strong> to join a growing manufacturing organization. This unique role combines traditional cost accounting responsibilities with commodity hedging and risk management, providing a critical link between financial performance, operational efficiency, and market risk exposure. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing cost accounting, strong analytical skills, and an interest in commodity markets, inventory management, and financial risk mitigation strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Cost Accounting</p><ul><li>Maintain and analyze product costs, production costs, and customer profitability.</li><li>Track material, labor, and overhead costs at the batch, production run, and order level.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances and identify cost trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Partner with operations and production teams to improve cost visibility and support continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Support month-end close activities, including inventory valuation, cost allocations, WIP analysis, and finished goods reconciliations.</li><li>Develop and maintain reporting tools that provide insight into material usage, yield loss, downtime, production efficiencies, and profitability.</li><li>Assist with enhancing cost accounting processes and ERP system integration to improve real-time reporting and decision-making.</li></ul><p>Commodity Hedging & Risk Management</p><ul><li>Coordinate and manage futures contracts used to hedge commodity price exposure.</li><li>Monitor commodity markets and identify potential risks and opportunities impacting company margins.</li><li>Support the development and execution of commodity hedging strategies.</li><li>Analyze hedge effectiveness and provide recommendations to optimize risk management activities.</li><li>Reconcile hedge positions, broker statements, and related transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Perform regular reconciliation of physical inventories, customer demand, and open hedge positions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and industry best practices related to hedging and risk management activities.</li><li>Partner with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate recording and reporting of hedge transactions.</li></ul><p>Additional Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Assist with physical inventory counts and inventory valuation processes.</li><li>Support year-end financial reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Serve as a backup resource for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions.</li><li>Participate in process improvement and technology enhancement initiatives.</li><li>Assist with special projects and cross-functional assignments as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>BENEFITS OFFERED:</strong></p><ul><li>SALARY RANGE: $75,000-$85,000</li><li>Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Denta, Vision</li><li>Other Insurance: Basic Life AD& D, Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance</li><li>Retirement Plan: 401k with a company match</li><li>PTO: 2 weeks PTO and 9 paid holidays</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-06T16:34:05Z
Cost Accountant
  • Livermore, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 92000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Livermore, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and expense tracking while providing meaningful analysis to help guide operational and financial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard-cost manufacturing, a sharp analytical mindset, and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee cost accounting activities for a manufacturing operation, ensuring reliable standard costs, inventory values, and production-related expense reporting.<br>• Review and update material, labor, and overhead standards to reflect current manufacturing conditions and support accurate product costing.<br>• Track raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, and consigned inventory balances while investigating discrepancies and maintaining inventory accuracy.<br>• Examine purchasing trends, pricing structures, and cost changes to recommend updates that improve the accuracy of standard costing.<br>• Assess excess and obsolete stock exposure and calculate inventory reserve adjustments based on inventory usage and risk.<br>• Analyze purchase price and production variances, collaborate with operations teams on root causes, and support corrective action planning.<br>• Prepare recurring journal entries, reconcile inventory subledgers to the general ledger, and complete account reconciliations tied to manufacturing activity.<br>• Produce monthly reporting on inventory, cost centers, and budget performance, along with quarterly reserve analysis and audit support documentation.<br>• Participate in physical inventory processes, evaluate inventory controls, and identify opportunities to strengthen reporting accuracy and process efficiency.
  • 2026-11-04T19:13:39Z
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