<p>Robert Half is looking for a Cost Accounting Manager for a client in the northwest suburbs. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a dynamic organization by overseeing cost accounting functions, analyzing production costs, and collaborating with operational teams to drive informed business decisions. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate cost records, optimizing inventory valuation, and supporting profitability analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee all aspects of cost accounting, including the development of standard costs, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.</p><p>• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory and cost accounting processes.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs and generate detailed reports comparing standard costs to actual production expenses.</p><p>• Investigate cost variances and provide actionable insights to operations and finance teams.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process for standard costs, ensuring updates across all business units.</p><p>• Prepare schedules and documentation to support internal and external financial audits.</p><p>• Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency within cost accounting operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to assess product profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.</p><p>• Provide training, mentorship, and supervision to cost accounting staff as needed.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.</p><p><br></p><p>This role offers a salary range of $120,000-$135,000 + 10% bonus and comes with a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k with match, paid time off, sick pay and holiday pay.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.</p>
