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4 results for Cost Accountant in Portland, ME

Cost Accountant
  • Raymond, ME
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support accurate product costing and financial analysis for manufacturing operations in Raymond, Maine area. This role focuses on evaluating cost performance, maintaining reliable standard costing data, and helping business leaders understand production-related financial results. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a solid grasp of manufacturing cost structures, and the ability to translate data into practical recommendations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and maintain product cost records to ensure accurate reporting of material, labor, and overhead expenses.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing spending and cost trends to identify variances, explain results, and support operational decision-making.</p><p>• Manage standard costing activities, including reviewing assumptions, updating cost models, and validating cost accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with production, supply chain, and finance teams to improve visibility into inventory values and cost drivers.</p><p>• Assist with month-end closing tasks related to inventory, cost allocations, and manufacturing financial reporting.</p><p>• Review cost data for accuracy and completeness while strengthening controls around costing and related transactions.</p><p>• Develop recurring reports and ad hoc analyses that help leadership evaluate margins, efficiency, and overall plant performance.</p>
  • 2026-06-29T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Brunswick, ME
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Brunswick, Maine. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with tax-related activities, and ensuring day-to-day accounting tasks are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger work, journal entry preparation, and corporate tax processes, along with at least two years of relevant accounting experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial records across accounting periods.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues to support reliable reporting.<br>• Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting tax return preparation.<br>• Manage sales tax reporting requirements by reviewing transactions and helping ensure timely filings.<br>• Maintain organized financial records and supporting schedules to strengthen compliance and audit readiness.<br>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review accounting data, clarify variances, and improve reporting accuracy.<br>• Support grant-related accounting tasks, including tracking financial activity and maintaining proper documentation.<br>• Contribute to accounting system work within NetSuite, including transaction review, data accuracy checks, and routine processing.
  • 2026-06-30T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • Mechanic Falls, ME
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking to hire a hybrid Financial Analyst to work with one of our well known clients in Mechanic Falls, Maine. This is a 6 month contract that is looking for a candidate to start immediately. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Functions – Financial Analyst</p><p>• Develop, maintain, and update financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning</p><p>• Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including variance analysis against budget and prior periods</p><p>• Prepare management reporting packages with clear insights, trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs)</p><p>• Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes</p><p>• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions and operational initiatives</p><p>• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve financial performance</p><p>• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and accruals as needed</p><p>• Improve reporting tools, dashboards, and processes for greater efficiency and accuracy</p><p>• Ensure data integrity across financial systems and reporting platforms</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-14T00:00:00Z
Senior Staff Accountant
  • Scarborough, ME
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partenered with an established real estate company to locate a<strong> Senior Staff Accountant</strong> for a full-time position in South Portland area. </p><p><br></p><p>The ideal Staff Accountant will have the following skill and experience:</p><ul><li>5+ years general ledger accounting experience. </li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or similar field. </li><li>Real Estate industry knowledge preferred</li><li>Reconciliations</li><li>Month end close</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Employer offers generous benefits including; Health plan, 401k with match, paid vacation/holidays and more. </p><p><br></p><p>For consideration please apply online with resume. </p><p>Jennifer Thompson </p><p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting. - Permanent Placement</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re already working with a permanent RH recruiter - please reach out to your recruiter directly.</p>
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z