We are looking for an experienced ERP Integration Manager to lead a long-term contract position in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involves overseeing the integration of advanced tools into existing systems, ensuring seamless functionality and stakeholder alignment. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, technical fluency, and the ability to bridge communication between technical teams and product stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the year-long integration of IntroHive into Microsoft Dynamics CRM, ensuring the tool interacts effectively with Outlook and supports client behavior analysis.<br>• Collaborate closely with global teams to replace legacy systems, rolling out the new tool to senior-level stakeholders.<br>• Facilitate communication between technical teams and product stakeholders, translating system requirements into actionable insights.<br>• Organize and document technical processes, creating detailed notes and presentations for stakeholder alignment.<br>• Lead stakeholder engagement efforts, maintaining alignment across product, data, and IT teams.<br>• Oversee data mapping, process flows, and system enrichment to ensure the seamless functionality of digital tools.<br>• Monitor and analyze data ingestion and reporting metrics, ensuring operational dashboards meet business needs.<br>• Support change management initiatives, working with cross-functional teams to enable smooth transitions.<br>• Develop Tableau dashboards and other reporting tools to present actionable insights.<br>• Coordinate stakeholder communications, ensuring clear updates and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
<p>Senior Manager, SEO with 10+ years of experience needed for a full-time, hybrid position in Boston. MUST be a player-coach who is comfortable with both strategy and execution. MUST have experience with AEO and LLMs (non-negotiable). Only local candidates who can work hybrid in Boston will be considered. Salary is 150-160K.</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Manager, SEO/AEO/LLM to redefine and drive our organic search strategy into the future. This role goes beyond traditional SEO practices, requiring a leader who understands the evolution of search through user experience, Generative AI, Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and large language models (LLMs). You will develop and execute a "Search Everywhere" strategy to enhance visibility, increase organic traffic, and attract high-value, converting users. This role will be instrumental in incorporating these practices into product and business development to meet the needs of our diverse audience.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking individual who is eager to lead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, driving innovation and growth through cutting-edge search strategies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Leadership:</strong> Define and lead the strategy for SEO, AEO, and LLMs, ensuring alignment with overall business and product goals.</li><li><strong>Roadmap Execution:</strong> Develop and implement the SEO/AEO/LLM roadmap, prioritizing performance-based initiatives and driving authoritative content at scale.</li><li><strong>Data Analysis:</strong> Conduct technical and content audits, analyze audience behavior, and build actionable strategies. Partner with analytics to structure tests, monitor performance, and measure the impact of initiatives.</li><li><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</strong> Work with internal teams and external partners—including content, paid media, product, engineering, and vendors—to bring strategies to life. Incorporate EEAT principles with structured data, content workflows, and technical enhancements.</li><li><strong>Discoverability:</strong> Collaborate with product teams to enhance discoverability through programmatic pages, content hubs, off-site mentions, and interactive tools like widgets and quizzes.</li><li><strong>Ecosystem Management:</strong> Continuously assess and update tools and systems to ensure the tech stack remains efficient and cutting-edge.</li><li><strong>Innovation:</strong> Research emerging trends in search and AI technologies to refine strategies and implement innovative best practices.</li><li><strong>Expert Consultation:</strong> Provide leadership and expertise on SEO, AEO, and LLM for internal teams and clients, offering actionable insights, reporting, and guidance.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Data Analyst to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will leverage your technical expertise to support marketing initiatives by analyzing data, creating dashboards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your ability to interpret complex datasets and provide actionable insights will be crucial to driving engagement and retention strategies within the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate closely with data scientists and marketing teams to design and execute campaigns that enhance member engagement and retention.</p><p>• Create and maintain dashboards using Tableau to visualize and analyze marketing metrics effectively.</p><p>• Translate complex member data into clear, actionable insights to inform campaign strategies.</p><p>• Evaluate data trends to identify opportunities for improvement and resolve issues proactively.</p><p>• Conduct A/B testing and experimentation to optimize campaign performance and member lifetime value.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams, including product and engineering, to ensure seamless integration of data-driven solutions.</p><p>• Apply problem-solving skills to address discrepancies in marketing data and develop corrective strategies.</p><p>• Utilize marketing knowledge to assess the accuracy of data and improve overall campaign effectiveness.</p><p>• Manage multiple priorities and projects while maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail.</p>
<p><em><u>Associate – ESG & Portfolio Analytics </u></em></p><p><strong>Growing Private Equity Firm </strong></p><p> </p><p>Growing Private Equity firm in the Boston area is looking to expand its ESG and Portfolio Analytics team by adding a motivated Associate. With a 4-day in-office schedule, this role strikes the perfect balance between independence and collaboration AND the opportunity to get into the PE industry.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing:</strong></p><p>Collaborating with the elite ESG and Portfolio Analytics team to analyze and manage data across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics while driving improvements across the portfolio.</p><p>Contributing to broader portfolio performance initiatives, encompassing operational, financial, and technical data analysis.</p><p>Applying advanced analytics, creating dashboards, and preparing executive-level presentations to communicate insights effectively.</p><p>Engaging with leadership teams to deliver actionable recommendations and innovative solutions.</p><p>NOTE: this role, although offering some amazing experience, is NOT designed to be a springboard to the deals side of the firm.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What's Offered:</strong></p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> targeting $135K base salary with performance-based bonus; total cash comp target $150k +/-</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong> Comprehensive package designed to support your health, financial wellness, and work-life balance.</p><p><strong>Growth Potential:</strong> Direct interaction with leadership, creating opportunities for visibility and professional development. Great mentoring from above.</p><p> </p>
We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Burlington, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and supporting strategic planning initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to organizational growth while managing complex financial processes with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage multi-year operational and research budgets to align with organizational growth goals.<br>• Establish and enforce budgetary policies and procedures that comply with university standards, federal funding requirements, and DoD regulations.<br>• Conduct thorough budget analysis to compare actual spending against forecasts, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Design and implement efficient financial processes, procedures, and structures to enhance operational effectiveness.<br>• Administer pre- and post-award financial aspects of grants and external funding, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines.<br>• Identify and address both short-term and long-term budgetary concerns, offering actionable solutions.<br>• Supervise financial analysts responsible for daily operational, financial, and administrative tasks.<br>• Collaborate on contract development and management with external partners, academic institutions, and corporate stakeholders.<br>• Develop forecasting models for research initiatives and programs to optimize resource allocation and operational support.<br>• Monitor the proper use of funds, track revenue sources, and ensure efficient deployment of financial resources through data-driven analysis.
<p>We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee the day-to-day financial operations of our privately held manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will manage the accounting team, ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and provide meaningful financial insights to support business decisions. This position plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data and improving accounting processes to support growth and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and manage the daily activities of the accounting department, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cost accounting.</li><li>Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Manage inventory accounting, standard cost updates, and manufacturing variance analysis.</li><li>Oversee account reconciliations and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits and tax filings.</li><li>Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.</li><li>Partner with operations and management to analyze production costs, margins, and profitability.</li><li>Provide mentorship and training to accounting staff to ensure team development and performance.</li><li>Stay current with accounting standards (GAAP) and manufacturing industry best practices.</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team in Lawrence, Massachusetts. This is a contract position where you will play a key role in overseeing financial strategies, ensuring accurate reporting, and driving performance metrics. The ideal candidate will excel in managing budgets, cash flow, and month-end processes while providing valuable insights to support business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and manage annual budgets to align with organizational goals and financial targets.</p><p>• Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial records.</p><p>• Lead the implementation and refinement of budgetary processes to optimize resource allocation.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver detailed financial reports, offering insights into trends and performance.</p><p>• Monitor and manage cash flow forecasts to maintain stability and meet operational needs.</p><p>• Utilize Oracle systems to streamline financial operations and reporting.</p><p>• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate financial health and organizational efficiency.</p><p>• Support strategic decision-making by providing data-driven financial analysis and recommendations.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on financial priorities and objectives.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Burlington, Massachusetts. This role focuses on supporting the R& D Technology organization, which manages a significant annual budget and contributes substantially to the company’s overall revenue. The position requires someone with strong attention to detail, financial reporting expertise, and a passion for working with complex data and operational metrics.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and deliver operational financial reports for the R& D organization, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Collaborate with corporate accounting to process financial data and create tactical reporting.<br>• Conduct detailed analyses and allocate R& D expenditures across various company brands, including IT, operational expenses, and capital expenditures.<br>• Manage and update financial models using tools like Planful and Excel, incorporating complex datasets and pivot tables.<br>• Utilize data analytics to identify trends and provide actionable insights to support business decisions.<br>• Monitor and report on key operational metrics to ensure alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support financial planning and reporting processes.<br>• Assist in ad hoc financial analysis tasks to address immediate business needs.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and company policies.<br>• Optimize processes and tools to improve efficiency in financial reporting and analysis.
We are looking for a Senior Associate to join the Real Estate Group of a respected private equity firm based in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a critical part in overseeing accounting and reporting processes for a diverse portfolio of direct real estate investments. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with various internal teams and external partners, ensuring the financial success of a wide range of asset sectors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accurate accounting and reporting for real estate investments on a monthly and quarterly basis, including reviewing promote and management fee calculations.<br>• Maintain regular communication with joint venture partners to discuss financial operations and transactions.<br>• Collaborate with the fund administrator to review and ensure the accuracy of quarterly and annual financial statements.<br>• Perform weekly fund cash availability analyses to assess loan drawdowns and repayments.<br>• Coordinate and review investor-level capital calls and distribution notices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Evaluate internal valuations and external appraisals of real estate assets, preparing detailed materials for the Valuation Committee.<br>• Work closely with cross-functional teams such as Investment, Portfolio Analytics, Tax, and Legal on financial matters related to investments and funds.<br>• Oversee the completion and accuracy of fund-level audits by liaising with auditors.<br>• Review annual property budgets and monitor budget-to-actual variances, providing insights and recommendations.<br>• Lead special projects aimed at improving internal processes and team efficiency.
We are looking for a skilled Senior Business Analyst with extensive knowledge of Oracle Cloud Fusion Finance to play a pivotal role in supporting financial transformation projects. This individual will act as the bridge between Finance and IT, ensuring that Oracle Cloud solutions align with organizational objectives. As this is a long-term contract position, you will contribute to designing, implementing, and optimizing Oracle Fusion Finance modules.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and IT teams to gather and document detailed business requirements for Oracle Cloud Fusion Financial modules, including GL, AP, AR, FA, CM, and Tax.<br>• Assess and analyze current financial processes to identify areas for improvement using Oracle Fusion functionalities.<br>• Convert business requirements into functional specifications and configurations tailored for Oracle Cloud Fusion Finance.<br>• Drive or support activities such as configuration, testing, deployment, and post-implementation troubleshooting.<br>• Serve as a subject matter expert on Oracle Fusion Finance modules, offering guidance on functionality and best practices.<br>• Work closely with integration and data teams to ensure smooth connectivity between Oracle systems and external applications.<br>• Develop comprehensive training materials and provide hands-on support to end-users during training sessions.<br>• Address and resolve system issues, manage defects, and provide support for month-end and quarter-end financial close processes.<br>• Monitor Oracle Cloud updates and releases to evaluate their implications on business operations.
<p>We are in the process of recruiting a Software Engineer to join our team in southern New Hampshire. The chosen candidate will be involved in various aspects of software engineering, from translating business requirements into software solutions to fostering a collaborative team environment. This role entails creating and maintaining web-based workflow management utilities and in-house data extract/transformation console applications.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Contribute to software development standards, code reviews, and version control, fostering a collaborative team environment.</p><p>• Act as a technical resource for server-based third-party applications, ensuring smooth operations and troubleshooting as needed.</p><p>• Translate business requirements into software solutions that adhere to the architecture and technical standards of the business unit.</p><p>• Protect operations by keeping information confidential and ensuring optimal functionality by addressing daily performance events.</p><p>• Develop, maintain and refactor in-house data extract/transformation console applications and web-based workflow management utilities.</p><p>• Improve operations by conducting systems analysis and recommending changes in policies and procedures.</p><p>• Develop and maintain API interfaces to support business requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate the creation of policies and procedures by the software architecture/technical standards working group, with a primary focus on architecture.</p><p>• Support software engineers' development by providing advice, coaching, code reviews, and educational opportunities.</p><p>• Assist in developing the company software product roadmap, making design and product recommendations.</p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Tax Analyst to join our team in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring tax compliance, managing investment-related tax liabilities, and supporting accurate financial reporting. Your expertise will contribute to regulatory adherence and help maintain the financial integrity of a substantial investment portfolio.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with finance leadership and tax teams to gather and provide accurate data for tax return preparation.<br>• Review and analyze tax returns prepared by external consultants to ensure compliance with investment-related tax regulations.<br>• Partner with financial accounting teams to address investment accounting matters and support the preparation of detailed annual reports.<br>• Monitor, project, and analyze excise taxes related to investment income to ensure accurate tax planning.<br>• Oversee regulatory filings and reporting for both domestic and international jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to all applicable requirements.<br>• Ensure timely completion of audits for investment entities and managed affiliates to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.<br>• Assist in preparing financial statements for investment entities, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.<br>• Support retirement and welfare benefit plan compliance efforts by addressing tax-related matters.<br>• Contribute to risk management by identifying and addressing potential regulatory risks related to investments.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a mid-sized organization. This is a long-term contract position based in Burlington, Massachusetts, offering a hybrid work schedule with three days onsite and two days remote. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing multi-state payroll processes and expense reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage bi-weekly payroll for approximately 300 employees across multiple states.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with state and federal payroll regulations, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Oversee and review employee expense reports using Concur, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to address payroll discrepancies and resolve issues.</p><p>• Maintain detailed payroll records and generate reports for internal and external audits.</p><p>• Handle full-cycle payroll operations, including deductions, benefits, and tax filings.</p><p>• Utilize UKG Pro Suite to manage payroll systems effectively and troubleshoot any issues.</p><p>• Provide guidance and support to employees regarding payroll-related inquiries.</p><p>• Implement best practices to improve payroll efficiency and accuracy.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team in Sanford, Maine. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Accounting Supervisor by ensuring precise financial operations and compliance with regulatory standards. This position involves managing payroll processes, conducting financial analysis, and assisting with audits, all while contributing to the overall integrity of financial reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare journal entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts to support month-end financial close processes.<br>• Analyze and reconcile key general ledger accounts to ensure data accuracy.<br>• Generate detailed monthly variance reports comparing actuals to budget.<br>• Maintain and improve internal controls by adhering to company policies and recommending efficiency enhancements.<br>• Assist in audit preparations, including financial statement reviews and compliance with retirement plans and workers' compensation.<br>• Manage the fixed asset ledger, including tracking and recording related transactions.<br>• Coordinate year-end physical inventory activities and ensure accurate records.<br>• Process weekly payroll cycles and prepare payroll-related reports as needed.<br>• Submit weekly 401k contributions and loan payments to the plan administrator.<br>• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and external financial institutions.
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Associate to join our Portfolio Support team in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involves collaborating with deal teams, portfolio company leaders, and consultants to drive operational improvements, enhance value creation, and optimize resources across a diverse portfolio. As an Associate, you will contribute to analyzing performance metrics, streamlining processes, and building scalable systems to support the team's growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with portfolio companies and investment teams to support initiatives in areas such as Responsible Investment and Human Capital.<br>• Conduct analytical projects to align key stakeholders, including portfolio executives, internal teams, and external consultants.<br>• Prepare presentations and materials for strategic meetings, such as annual general meetings or executive summits.<br>• Manage and expand executive networks by coordinating agendas and facilitating knowledge sharing among functional groups.<br>• Track and evaluate portfolio company performance using KPIs, providing actionable insights to enhance decision-making.<br>• Develop and implement improved reporting systems to support executive-level decisions.<br>• Review and refine internal workflows to increase efficiency and scalability, leveraging tools like automation where applicable.<br>• Maintain high-quality data organization within systems such as Salesforce, Power BI, and project management tools.<br>• Support responsible investment reporting by preparing required documentation and reports.<br>• Analyze data trends to create scalable models for ongoing updates and ad hoc requests.
<p><br></p><p>We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Hudson, New Hampshire. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reports while supporting critical accounting processes. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the organization and collaborate across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and manage financial statements and reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</p><p>• Perform thorough reconciliations of bank accounts and general ledger accounts to maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct income statement account analysis and identify key trends and discrepancies.</p><p>• Handle accruals, prepaids, and fixed asset record maintenance.</p><p>• Analyze subledgers, identify variances, and ensure proper reconciliation.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and relevant regulations.</p><p>• Provide documentation and support for audits, including financial statements, sales tax, and 401k audits.</p><p>• Assist in preparing tax filings and regulatory reports in a timely manner.</p><p>• Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate and efficient financial reporting.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring completeness and accuracy.</p>
<p>Robert Half's marketing & creative client is looking for an eCommerce Analyst for a 12+ month contract in Boston. This is a hybrid, 40-hour-per-week opportunity; candidates must be willing to work onsite in Boston 3 days per week. The eCommerce Analyst will assist in generating weekly reports, trends, risks, opportunities, and insights for their sales and inventory. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to support seasonal planning and drive eCommerce strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Compile and analyze weekly reports to help guide business initiatives</li><li>Collaborate with merchandising and planning teams to custom reporting and present insights</li><li>Support pre-season and in-season forecasting through analytical models</li><li>Update planning tools and manage ongoing forecast adjustments</li><li>Use site and consumer analytics to enhance planning and analysis</li><li>Share knowledge and best practices across teams</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Nashua, New Hampshire. This role is essential for managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting principles and possess excellent analytical skills to drive accuracy and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, forecasts, and statements within established deadlines.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations by maintaining accurate accounting, tax, and statutory records.<br>• Conduct budget analyses, monitor operational costs, and provide recommendations for improved profitability.<br>• Develop cash flow forecasts and assess liquidity to support business operations.<br>• Manage reconciliations and audits, ensuring all processes align with organizational and regulatory standards.<br>• Oversee outsourced payroll functions, ensuring proper controls and timely processing.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide financial insights, variance analyses, and actionable recommendations.<br>• Support strategic planning through detailed financial modeling and reports.<br>• Evaluate and enhance financial systems and workflows to improve operational efficiency.<br>• Monitor compliance with lending requirements and bank covenants.
We are looking for an Audit Senior to join our team in Boston, Massachusetts. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a boutique firm that provides assurance, tax, and business advisory services to a diverse range of clients. As a trusted advisor, you will play a key role in delivering insightful financial analyses and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while mentoring early-career team members.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct audit, review, and compilation procedures, including control testing, substantive testing, and analytical reviews, to evaluate the accuracy of financial data for privately-held businesses.<br>• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of audit and review engagements, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards.<br>• Apply a strong understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) to engagements.<br>• Provide mentorship and guidance to early-career staff, fostering their growth and technical skills.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and a high level of responsiveness.<br>• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure the firm's practices remain current and effective.<br>• Support ongoing development by participating in training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.<br>• Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance client outcomes through advisory services and forward-looking financial analyses.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in York, Maine. This role is critical in providing financial insights and strategic support to enhance decision-making across key business areas. The ideal candidate will excel in financial modeling, budgeting, and analysis, using their expertise to drive organizational performance and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare detailed monthly financial reports, ensuring they are accurate, insightful, and tailored to inform senior management decisions.<br>• Develop sophisticated financial models to analyze trends, evaluate risks, and support long-term strategic planning.<br>• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes by collaborating with various departments to align projections with organizational goals.<br>• Utilize advanced forecasting methods, such as scenario and sensitivity analysis, to anticipate financial outcomes and identify opportunities or risks.<br>• Perform comprehensive variance analysis to pinpoint discrepancies between actual results and budgets, offering actionable recommendations to address issues.<br>• Collaborate with operations to evaluate procurement, manufacturing, and distribution costs, identifying areas for improvement.<br>• Work closely with sales teams to conduct margin analysis and assess the financial impact of pricing strategies, discounts, and promotions.<br>• Analyze marketing expenditures to gauge their effectiveness and alignment with organizational objectives.<br>• Review general and administrative expenses to ensure efficient resource utilization and cost management.<br>• Support the optimization and maintenance of financial systems to enhance reporting precision and streamline processes.
<p><br></p><p>We are looking for a dedicated and analytical Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing team in Haverhill, Massachusetts. In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing costs, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and evaluate manufacturing work orders to ensure accurate costing in line with company methodologies.</p><p>• Collect and interpret data on raw materials, labor, and inventory to calculate the true cost of business operations.</p><p>• Prepare monthly cost of sales reports by analyzing material, labor, and R& D expenses, and identify variances between standard and actual production costs.</p><p>• Support the Accounting Manager with journal entries related to cost of sales and scrap during monthly financial close.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile inventory records using established valuation methods and procedures.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate and timely documentation as required.</p><p>• Investigate cost variances, generate routine and ad hoc financial reports, and offer insights to support strategic decision-making.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Portland, Maine. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate cost accounting, inventory valuation, and financial analysis within a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting operational efficiency, financial reporting, and compliance with industry standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct detailed analysis and reporting of manufacturing costs, including standard costing, overhead evaluations, and variance explanations.<br>• Ensure inventory valuation accuracy by utilizing appropriate cost allocation methods and performing reconciliations.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cost controls and improve manufacturing efficiencies.<br>• Develop and present margin and profit analyses for products, processes, or divisions to assist management in decision-making.<br>• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, focusing on inventory and cost of goods sold entries.<br>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting by analyzing historical data and projecting future manufacturing costs.<br>• Maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and internal control standards, particularly in cost accounting and inventory cycles.<br>• Identify opportunities to enhance accounting software systems and streamline reporting procedures.<br>• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and collaborating with auditors.<br>• Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff at the entry level while facilitating cross-departmental knowledge sharing.
