<p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing operations for our client in Knoxville, Tennessee through accurate cost reporting, financial analysis, and inventory-related accounting activities. This role will help maintain reliable product costing, evaluate performance against standards and budgets, and provide insights that support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in manufacturing accounting, strong analytical ability, and confidence working with ERP systems and Excel.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, maintain, and review product cost data to ensure standard costs reflect current manufacturing conditions and business assumptions.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing expenses, inventory movements, and production results to identify cost trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc variance reporting, including explanations for differences between actual results, standards, and forecasts.</p><p>• Support the annual standard cost update process by validating inputs such as labor, materials, overhead, and bill of materials structures.</p><p>• Partner with operations, finance, and supply chain teams to improve cost visibility and strengthen budgeting and forecasting activities.</p><p>• Assist with annual physical inventory procedures, reconcile count results, and investigate inventory discrepancies to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Perform roll-forward analyses and other account reconciliations to support month-end and year-end financial close activities.</p><p>• Use ERP platforms such as Dynamics AX or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to manage cost information and produce reliable financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>A Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance is required with 3+ years or manufacturing cost experience. The position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in the Knoxville and surrounding areas. For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview</p>
<p>We are looking for a Tax Accountant to support a growing tax practice with one of our clients in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can manage return preparation, advise clients with confidence, and maintain a high standard of accuracy across engagements. The role offers direct interaction with individual and business clients while contributing to compliance, planning, and overall service quality.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and examine individual and business tax filings to ensure submissions are complete, accurate, and delivered within required deadlines.</p><p>• Advise clients on tax-related questions, filing obligations, and planning considerations to help them make informed financial decisions.</p><p>• Conduct meetings with prospective and established clients to collect documentation, clarify tax circumstances, and discuss service needs.</p><p>• Research tax matters, identify potential issues, and recommend practical resolutions or planning strategies.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local tax requirements throughout the return process.</p><p>• Organize and maintain detailed client files, supporting records, and tax documentation for efficient reference and audit readiness.</p><p>• Respond to tax notices and related correspondence by gathering information, preparing responses, and tracking follow-up actions.</p><p>• Stay current with changes in tax law and share relevant updates with clients and team members as needed.</p>
<p>Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead financial operations and provide strategic guidance for our client in Kingston, Tennessee. This role oversees core accounting activities, strengthens financial controls, and supports informed business decisions through accurate reporting and forecasting. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a process-minded approach, and the ability to improve procedures while maintaining day-to-day financial accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the company’s financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial analysis to support business goals.</p><p>• Oversee month-end and period-end close processes, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements, offering clear insight into performance, risks, and opportunities for leadership stakeholders.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to maintain healthy cash flow and support efficient transaction processing.</p><p>• Establish, document, and refine departmental standard operating procedures to improve consistency, compliance, and overall efficiency.</p><p>• Lead process improvement efforts across finance and accounting operations to strengthen controls and streamline workflows.</p><p>• Supervise account reconciliations, including bank accounts and balance sheet accounts, to ensure the integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Oversee personal property tax reporting and related financial compliance requirements in accordance with applicable regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>The position will require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a CPA is preferred. The position is 100% onsite and will require some to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations for a growing service organization in Knoxville, Tennessee. This contract position with permanent potential is well suited for someone who enjoys organized, detail-driven work and can contribute across invoice processing, payables, payroll, and transaction reconciliation. The role offers broad exposure to core accounting activities while partnering closely with the finance team to keep records accurate and current.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter and review a high volume of vendor invoices, ensuring information is recorded correctly and submitted on schedule.<br>• Support weekly accounts payable activities by matching documentation, coding expenses, and preparing items for payment processing.<br>• Assist with regular check runs by organizing payment details and helping maintain timely disbursements.<br>• Process weekly payroll for a small employee group of up to 25 individuals, verifying hours and maintaining accuracy.<br>• Record and reconcile company and credit card transactions to help keep financial data balanced and up to date.<br>• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation that support daily operations and reporting needs.<br>• Provide assistance with special accounting assignments and general administrative tasks related to finance operations.