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3 results for Cost Accountant in Portland, ME
- Biddeford, ME
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 43.5385 - 55 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Biddeford, Maine. This role focuses on analyzing production costs, maintaining accurate standard costing, and helping leaders make informed financial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of cost accounting in a manufacturing setting and can work effectively with detailed financial data and operational teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review manufacturing cost data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improved financial performance.<br>• Maintain and update standard costs to reflect current production processes, materials, and labor inputs.<br>• Analyze inventory, production, and overhead information to ensure accurate cost reporting and valuation.<br>• Partner with plant and finance teams to explain cost results and support operational decision-making.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports related to cost analysis, margin performance, and manufacturing expenses.<br>• Reconcile cost-related accounts and investigate discrepancies to improve accuracy in financial records.<br>• Support system-based costing activities, including work connected to Dynamics AX, as needed.<br>• Contribute to month-end and period-end close processes by delivering timely cost accounting analysis.
- 2026-06-15T00:00:00Z
- Auburn, ME
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half has partnered with a well-respected local company to locate a <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> for a full-time position with benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal <strong>accounting</strong> candidate will have the following skills and experience:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or similar.</li><li>5+ years General Ledger accounting experience</li><li>QuickBooks</li><li>Journal Entries</li><li>Reconciliation</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li></ul><p>Employer offers generous benefits including medical plan, vision, dental, FSA, HSA, Group Life Insurance, 401k with match, paid vacation and holidays.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please apply online with resume. If you're already working with a RH permanent recruiter please reach out to us directly.</p><p>Jennifer Thompson</p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting - Permanent Placement</p>
- 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z
- Portland, ME
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 52000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for our team in Portland, Maine. This role is ideal for someone who can manage core accounting activities with accuracy, maintain organized records, and help ensure timely financial reporting. The successful candidate will bring hands-on experience with payables, receivables, and account balancing while working confidently in QuickBooks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and maintain financial transactions accurately within QuickBooks and related accounting records.<br>• Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and monitor accounts payable activity to keep obligations current.<br>• Issue customer invoices, apply incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to support healthy cash flow.<br>• Reconcile bank and financial accounts on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies promptly.<br>• Organize and update bookkeeping documentation to ensure records remain complete, accessible, and audit-ready.<br>• Assist with routine financial reporting by compiling account information and verifying transaction accuracy.<br>• Support accounting process updates or system-related changes as needed by maintaining accurate data and consistent records.
- 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z