<p>For consideration, please reach out to<strong> Jennifer Lavoie </strong>as soon as possible, ensure to include your most current resume when you apply. <strong><em>Connect with me on LinkedIn</em></strong> at Jennifer Lavoie!</p><p><br></p><p>If you currently work with a recruiter from Robert Half Finance & Accounting recruiter, please contact them directly.</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an Accountant to join a manufacturing operation in greater Laconia, New Hampshire area. This Accountant role centers on inventory and cost performance, helping ensure sound financial controls, accurate reporting, and meaningful analysis for cross-functional leaders. The Accountant position also contributes to close activities, planning processes, and operational decision-making by translating data into actionable financial insight. This client will train an Accountant or a Sr. Accountant on Cost Accounting if you have worked in a manufacturing company prior and want to learn Cost Accounting. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Monitor inventory-related financial activity and help maintain accurate records in alignment with company policies and internal controls.</p><p>• Investigate production order variances, identify the drivers behind cost differences, and coordinate follow-up actions with the appropriate teams.</p><p>• Review scrap transactions, inventory adjustments, and invoice pricing discrepancies to confirm accuracy and process corrections when needed.</p><p>• Perform product cost evaluations and margin analysis to support profitability reviews and business decisions.</p><p>• Prepare labor-related cost updates and complete recurring settlement activity for production orders.</p><p>• Contribute to daily, weekly, and month-end reporting by delivering timely analysis and clear financial summaries.</p><p>• Provide operations leadership with key performance measures and interpret results to support ongoing performance improvement.</p><p>• Assist the sales organization with cost estimates and product line margin information for commercial planning.</p><p>• Partner with the controller on cost management initiatives, financial analysis, accounting procedures, and audit support, including finance and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.</p>