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6 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Merced, CA

Sr. Accountant

Fresno, CA
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Temporary / Contract
37 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Fresno, California. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are properly supported. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing schedules, posting adjustments, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met.• Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger through detailed analysis, proper coding, and timely resolution of discrepancies.• Prepare and record journal entries with supporting documentation in accordance with accounting policies and established procedures.• Perform account reconciliations on a recurring basis and investigate variances to keep financial data complete and reliable.• Complete bank reconciliations by matching activity, identifying exceptions, and resolving outstanding items promptly.• Support financial accuracy by reviewing transactions, validating balances, and coordinating with internal stakeholders as needed.• Utilize ERP to process accounting activity, generate reports, and maintain organized financial records.
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Turlock, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 43 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to support manufacturing operations in California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can turn production and financial data into clear cost insights that support sound business decisions. The role focuses on maintaining accurate cost records, evaluating standard costing performance, and partnering with plant and finance teams to strengthen cost control. If interested, reach out to Jason Lee or Lisa Woolworth for more information. Responsibilities:• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory activity, and production results to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improved financial performance.• Maintain and update standard cost data to reflect materials, labor, and overhead inputs with a high degree of accuracy.• Prepare recurring cost reports and variance analyses that help leadership understand plant performance and key cost drivers.• Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance stakeholders to review production data and support cost-focused decision-making.• Reconcile inventory and cost-related accounts to ensure financial records align with operational activity.• Support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close processes by providing reliable manufacturing cost information.• Review costing assumptions and recommend adjustments that improve reporting accuracy and strengthen internal controls.• Assist with cost analysis tied to process changes, production efficiency, and other operational initiatives when needed.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Sr Cost Accountant

Livingston, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We’re partnering with a multi-site manufacturing organization seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support plant operations, financial reporting, and cost visibility across the business. This role sits close to both finance leadership and operations and plays a key part in driving cost accuracy and decision support. Responsibilities:Own and maintain standard costing across products and production processes including bills of materials, labor, and overhead allocationsLead annual review of standards in partnership with plant leadership to ensure accuracy and full cost absorptionPrepare and analyze cost variances across production, labor, and overhead with clear insight into driversBuild and maintain reporting and KPI dashboards to support operational and financial decision makingSupport month-end close including inventory valuation, journal entries, and reconciliationsPartner on budgeting and forecasting cycles with a focus on cost modeling and production planningOversee inventory controls including cycle counts, physical inventory, and variance analysis across multiple locationsIdentify process improvements across reporting, systems, and internal controls
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Turlock, CA
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in Turlock, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to support key financial operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The role involves working closely with the Controller and Billing Manager to ensure smooth accounting processes and vendor relationships. Responsibilities:• Manage accounts payable functions for multiple entities and vendors, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures.• Analyze workflow processes to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.• Ensure timely and accurate payment of bills while maintaining compliance with departmental guidelines.• Process invoices for payment by comparing purchase orders, prices, payment terms, and additional charges.• Perform accounting tasks such as transaction processing, account maintenance, and recording entries.• Assist the Controller with bank reconciliation and other financial duties as needed.• Maintain strong vendor relationships and address inquiries or issues effectively.• Supervise and provide guidance within the accounting and administrative department.• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless communication and coordination of accounting tasks. For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Modesto, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to support financial operations. This individual will play a key role in driving an accurate and timely close process, maintaining a disciplined general ledger, and ensuring strong financial controls across the organization.This is a highly visible role partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational and financial decision-making. For more information on this position please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and execute the monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in alignment with corporate deadlines</li><li>Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations with full supporting documentation</li><li>Analyze variances versus budget and prior periods</li><li>Oversee corporate credit card program, including reconciliations and policy compliance</li><li>Track capital projects and ensure proper capitalization in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Maintain fixed asset subledger and depreciation schedules</li><li>Reconcile capital spend to approved budgets and support capital planning initiatives</li><li>Ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare and file recurring reports (sales & use tax, property tax, and other filings)</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and supporting documentation</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, including testing and documentation</li><li>Support ERP systems (SAP experience highly preferred) to ensure data integrity</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls</li><li>Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Provide support across AR/AP processes as needed</li><li>Monitor receivables and assist in resolving issues impacting cash flow and collections</li><li>Collaborate on operational or customer-related issues impacting financial results</li></ul>
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Turlock, CA
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is working with a client in the food production and supply chain sector to hire an Accountant for a temporary role. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized professional who enjoys working with detailed documentation, reconciling high-volume transactional data, and partnering across multiple operational teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring experience in reconciliation, accounting support, transportation logistics, operations, or settlement processing, along with the ability to manage a fast-moving workflow with precision and professionalism. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Review, process, and maintain manifests, tags, load tickets, and related records</li><li>Verify documentation for completeness and accuracy before entry and reconciliation</li><li>Enter, validate, and reconcile load data across accounting and ERP platforms</li><li>Cross-check transportation records, manifests, and internal systems to ensure accountability</li><li>Investigate discrepancies related to weights, routes, missing loads, duplicate loads, rejected loads, and other data exceptions</li><li>Support settlement processing by ensuring validated and balanced records</li><li>Assist with audits, reconciliation reviews, and month-end reporting support</li><li>Maintain organized records to support compliance, retention, and audit readiness</li><li>Partner with operations, dispatch, transportation, quality, plant teams, and accounting to resolve issues quickly</li><li>Identify recurring issues and help improve processes and controls</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred</li><li>Experience in reconciliation, accounting support, logistics, operations, or similar administrative functions</li><li>Background in manufacturing, food production, agriculture, transportation, or related industries preferred</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets</li><li>ERP experience preferred; Sage or similar systems are a plus</li><li>Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and communication skills</li></ul>For immediate consideration contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z