We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position focuses on delivering accurate cost data, maintaining standard costing practices, and providing analysis that helps improve financial visibility across production activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing setting and the ability to turn detailed cost information into practical business insight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and maintain product costing records to ensure reliable financial reporting for manufacturing operations.<br>• Analyze production expenses, material usage, labor, and overhead to identify cost trends and explain variances.<br>• Support the development, upkeep, and validation of standard costs for inventory and manufactured goods.<br>• Partner with finance and plant operations teams to monitor performance and improve the accuracy of cost-related data.<br>• Perform recurring and ad hoc cost analysis to help management evaluate profitability, spending patterns, and operational efficiency.<br>• Reconcile inventory and manufacturing cost activity within accounting records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with month-end close activities related to cost accounting, including journal entries, reporting, and variance review.<br>• Contribute to process improvements involving costing methods, reporting practices, and internal financial controls when needed.
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role requires someone with strong expertise in tax preparation, planning, and compliance, as well as the ability to lead and mentor less experienced staff. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service to clients and driving business growth, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review a wide range of tax returns, including individual, corporate, partnership, S-corporation, and high-net-worth filings, with minimal oversight.<br>• Oversee the preparation of straightforward and moderately complex tax returns while taking the lead on more challenging filings.<br>• Perform general accounting tasks and bookkeeping using QuickBooks.<br>• Work closely with leadership to manage large client engagements, identify potential issues, and implement effective solutions.<br>• Support tax planning initiatives, ensure compliance, and assist in onboarding new clients while fostering strong client relationships.<br>• Identify and pursue opportunities to attract new clients and expand business with existing ones.<br>• Train and mentor less experienced tax professionals, offering guidance and supervision on tax-related matters.
<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to lead core close and reporting activities for our finance organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role partners with senior finance leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial information, strengthen accounting operations, and support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a proactive approach to improving processes and controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly close cycle, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule across assigned accounting areas.</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules tied to balance sheet and income statement accounts.</p><p>• Safeguard the accuracy of the general ledger by confirming transactions are recorded in accordance with U.S. accounting requirements and internal policies.</p><p>• Evaluate monthly financial results, identify notable fluctuations, and provide clear explanations to finance leadership and business partners.</p><p>• Work closely with FP&A, Treasury, and Operations to ensure business activity is reflected correctly in financial reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate day-to-day close tasks and reporting outputs with offshore accounting resources to maintain consistency and timely execution.</p><p>• Recommend and implement improvements that streamline accounting workflows, increase standardization, and reinforce internal controls.</p><p>• Support control documentation, compliance activities, and audit-related requests while helping maintain a strong governance environment.</p><p>• Manage, coach, and develop a team of senior and staff accountants, promoting accountability, collaboration, and high-quality work.</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations at our Salt Lake City, Utah facility. This position plays a central role in delivering accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and guiding a high-performing accounting team. The ideal candidate brings strong month-end close experience, sound cost accounting knowledge, and the ability to support budgeting, compliance, and audit activities across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and develop the accounting team by setting priorities, coaching performance, and creating consistent communication through regular team and one-on-one meetings.<br>• Direct the monthly close process, including review of journal entries, consolidation activities, and completion of financial statements and internal reporting packages within established deadlines.<br>• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for audits, tax preparation, and other financial reporting needs while ensuring the accuracy of underlying records.<br>• Partner with the Controller and department leaders to build the annual budget, evaluate actual results against plan, and consolidate departmental submissions into a companywide view.<br>• Establish and refine accounting policies, workflows, and internal controls to improve reliability of financial information and protect company assets.<br>• Track fixed asset activity and capital spending, assess investment performance against expectations, and provide meaningful updates to management.<br>• Manage required tax and regulatory filings, including payroll, sales, and excise tax submissions, to maintain timely compliance with federal and state requirements.<br>• Oversee cost accounting activities such as inventory valuation entries, product costing, maintenance of standard and actual cost history, and analysis of labor, scrap, and efficiency trends.<br>• Develop annual labor and overhead rate inputs and support year-end costing processes needed for financial reporting and budget planning.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join a growing team in Utah. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage core financial activities, support accurate reporting, and contribute to reliable month-end and year-end processes. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with colleagues and clients while maintaining high standards of accuracy, responsiveness, and financial control.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions for a portfolio of 15–20 clients.</li><li>Handle full-charge bookkeeping duties, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and supporting reports.</li><li>Maintain accurate client financial records and ensure transactions are recorded in a timely manner.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies proactively.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes for multiple client accounts.</li><li>Prepare and post adjusting entries, accruals, and other accounting adjustments as needed.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, cash flow tracking, and financial analysis for client businesses.</li><li>Process payroll or coordinate payroll activities, as needed.</li><li>Support tax preparation by organizing financial data and working with external tax professionals or internal leadership.</li><li>Communicate directly with clients regarding financial questions, outstanding items, reporting needs, and account status.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to strengthen accuracy and efficiency across accounting workflows.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal procedures, accounting standards, and client-specific requirements.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for a highly experienced Cost Accountant to support one of our clients on an interim basis. This is a technically complex, hands-on role supporting advanced manufacturing cost accounting within Oracle Fusion, including consigned raw materials, routing and costing troubleshooting, overhead absorption, and establishment of accurate standards. The consultant will play a critical role in stabilizing and improving cost accuracy while partnering closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Perform and oversee product and job costing for manufactured building materials, including raw materials, labor, overhead, freight, WIP, and variances</p><p>• Manage accounting and controls related to consigned raw materials, ensuring proper ownership recognition, usage tracking, valuation, and reconciliation within Oracle Fusion</p><p>• Troubleshoot routing errors in Oracle Fusion impacting labor, machine time, and overhead absorption</p><p>• Identify and resolve costing issues driven by BOM inaccuracies, routings, standards, or system configuration</p><p>• Analyze and refine overhead allocation methodologies, absorption rates, and related variances</p><p>• Establish, review, and maintain standard costs, including cost roll-ups, revaluations, and standard-setting processes</p><p>• Perform detailed cost variance analysis (purchase price, usage, labor, overhead) and clearly communicate root causes and financial impact</p><p>• Support month-end close activities related to inventory, consigned materials, WIP, and COGS</p><p>• Reconcile complex inventory and manufacturing-related balance sheet accounts</p><p>• Support and participate in physical inventory and cycle counts, including consigned inventory; investigate and resolve discrepancies</p><p>• Partner closely with plant operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve cost accuracy, accountability, and process discipline</p><p>• Support budgeting, forecasting, margin analysis, and ad hoc cost modeling as needed</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements related to inventory and manufacturing costing</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support one of our clients on an interim basis. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can bring structure, accuracy, and steady leadership to daily financial activities while working fully onsite. The person in this role will contribute to month-end close, strengthen reconciliations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain reliable financial reporting and operational support.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p>• Direct core general ledger activities and help keep daily accounting operations running smoothly.</p><p>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows by resolving discrepancies, answering process questions, and improving day-to-day accuracy.</p><p>• Complete and review balance sheet reconciliations, including bank accounts, prepaid expenses, and other key ledger accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries tied to payroll, inventory activity, accruals, and other month-end close requirements.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records by handling capitalization, depreciation, and related account analysis.</p><p>• Assist with inventory accounting by investigating variances, reconciling balances, and monitoring reserve-related activity.</p><p>• Contribute to internal control and compliance documentation, including support for SOX-related accounting requirements.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day guidance to accounting team members and help create stability across accounting processes during the interim period.</p><p>• Partner with operations and internal stakeholders to support accurate, timely close cycles and dependable financial information.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can oversee daily financial activities, guide a small team, and ensure accurate month-end reporting. The position offers the opportunity to support a broad range of accounting functions while helping maintain strong financial controls and collaboration across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and deadlines are consistently met.<br>• Review general ledger activity, prepare journal entries, and maintain reliable supporting documentation for key accounts.<br>• Supervise team members responsible for billing and accounts payable, providing direction, oversight, and day-to-day support.<br>• Perform and review account reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with financial statement preparation and support audit activities by organizing records and responding to documentation requests.<br>• Partner with colleagues across departments to improve accounting accuracy, strengthen processes, and maintain effective working relationships.<br>• Monitor billing and payables workflows to confirm completeness, proper coding, and adherence to internal controls.<br>• Contribute accounting insight to cost-related analysis and help support reporting needs where cost accounting knowledge is beneficial.