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- Portland, OR
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 110000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Jana Chapman</strong> with Robert Half is searching for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join a growing manufacturer in Portland, Oregon. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced cost accounting professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys diving deep into inventory, product costing, gross margin analysis, and operational finance. The organization is investing in its finance function and seeking a strategic business partner who can provide greater visibility into manufacturing costs while collaborating closely with operations and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Senior Cost Accountant will play a critical role in maintaining accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and profitability analysis. This position offers significant exposure across the organization and the opportunity to influence business decisions through meaningful financial analysis and operational insights.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is highly analytical, comfortable working independently, and enjoys partnering with both finance and operational leaders to improve performance and drive informed decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and enhance standard costing methodologies across a complex manufacturing environment.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances, inventory activity, and gross margin performance.</li><li>Lead cost accounting activities associated with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Manage annual cost roll activities and ongoing updates to standard costs.</li><li>Monitor inventory valuation, reserves, and inventory-related accounting transactions.</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, and production leaders to improve cost visibility and support profitability initiatives.</li><li>Support cycle count programs, inventory audits, and physical inventory processes.</li><li>Analyze product profitability and manufacturing performance trends.</li><li>Develop reporting and financial analysis related to manufacturing performance and cost of goods sold.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requirements, compliance activities, and internal controls.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements that enhance reporting accuracy, operational visibility, and business performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Opportunity</strong></p><ul><li>High-impact role with visibility across finance, operations, and leadership teams.</li><li>Opportunity to become a key resource for costing, inventory, and profitability analysis.</li><li>Strong partnership with operational and financial leadership.</li><li>Career growth potential within an evolving organization.</li><li>Collaborative culture that values analytical thinking and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Please reach out to <strong>Jana Chapman </strong>with Robert Half to review this position. <em>Job Order: 03600-0013540493</em></p>
- 2026-11-10T00:34:02Z
- Reading, PA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a <strong>Senior Cost Accountant/ hybrid setting </strong>to support cost accounting activities across multiple manufacturing locations while partnering with operations and finance leaders in Pennsylvania. This position focuses on strengthening cost accuracy, improving consistency in reporting, and delivering meaningful analysis related to inventory, standard costs, and production performance. The role is well suited for someone who can translate detailed manufacturing data into practical financial insight and help guide sound business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct standard cost development for materials, labor, and overhead across several facilities to maintain reliable and aligned product costing</p><p>• Evaluate plant-level and consolidated manufacturing variances, highlighting key trends, investigating underlying drivers, and communicating actionable findings</p><p>• Work closely with site finance and operations teams to review inventory balances, count results, and reserve assumptions related to scrap and obsolete stock</p><p>• Prepare and interpret cross-location cost reporting for leadership, ensuring data is accurate, comparable, and useful for decision-making</p><p>• Contribute to enterprise cost accounting initiatives such as policy refinement, control improvements, and finance-related system implementation support</p><p>• Identify savings opportunities and operational improvements by comparing cost performance across sites and analyzing production data</p><p>• Provide schedules, documentation, and financial analysis needed for internal reviews and external audit requests</p><p>• Visit manufacturing facilities as needed to support consistency in costing practices and reinforce standardized processes</p><p>• Handle special assignments and ad hoc financial analysis tied to manufacturing cost performance and reporting needs</p>
- 2026-11-13T14:58:45Z
- Rockwood, TN
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment for our client in Rockwood, Tennessee. This role focuses on delivering accurate product costing, analyzing performance drivers, and strengthening reporting processes that guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in standard costing, month-end activities, and cross-entity accounting within a fast-paced setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and maintain standard cost models to ensure product and production costs are recorded accurately.</p><p>• Review manufacturing performance and investigate cost variances, translating findings into clear financial insights for leadership.</p><p>• Manage month-end close tasks related to inventory, cost accounting, and related journal entries with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with operations and finance teams to evaluate cost trends, monitor spending, and support profitability improvements.</p><p>• Oversee intercompany accounting activity, including transaction review, reconciliation, and elimination entries where required.</p><p>• Produce recurring and ad hoc financial analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making.</p><p>• Use QAD and Excel-based reporting tools to extract, validate, and analyze financial and cost data.</p><p>• Help strengthen accounting controls, reporting consistency, and data accuracy across cost-related processes.</p><p><br></p><p>The position will require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and a CPA is preferred and 3+ years of experience. The position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas.For immediate consideration please contact Lisa Coker at 865-370-2084 to set up an interview</p>
- 2026-11-05T12:53:45Z
- Livermore, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to support a global manufacturing organization serving the semiconductor and advanced technology sectors in Livermore, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity will contribute to the accuracy of product costing, inventory valuation, and financial reporting within a fast-paced production setting. The role works closely with manufacturing and finance partners to deliver analysis that supports operational decisions and strengthens cost control. Candidates who bring strong cost accounting expertise and a hands-on approach to inventory and variance analysis will be well suited for this position.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage standard cost structures for materials, labor, and overhead to keep product costing current and reliable.</p><p>• Review inventory balances across raw materials, work in process, and finished goods to maintain accurate valuation and reporting.</p><p>• Complete month-end cost accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and close support.</p><p>• Investigate manufacturing, purchase price, and work order variances and communicate key drivers to business partners.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations teams to assess production performance, identify cost trends, and support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Evaluate excess and obsolete inventory exposure and assist with reserve calculations and related analysis.</p><p>• Reassess labor and overhead rates on a regular basis to improve costing accuracy.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting for cost of goods sold and manufacturing-related expenses.</p><p>• Support physical inventory activities, review inventory control effectiveness, and provide documentation for audits and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Prepare recurring financial analyses, including warranty reserve reviews and reporting for monthly and quarterly close packages, while recommending process improvements in cost accounting and inventory controls.</p>
- 2026-10-14T15:28:46Z
- Monroe, WI
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Senior Cost Accountant in Monroe, WI. For immediate consideration, contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is currently seeking a highly-skilled Sr. Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing company in Monroe, Wisconsin. This position is responsible for delivering accurate product cost insights, strengthening financial reporting, and helping leaders make informed operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of cost accounting methods, a strong grasp of inventory and production cost controls, and the ability to identify opportunities that improve profitability and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing expenses, material usage, labor allocation, and overhead to produce accurate product costing and margin insights.</p><p>• Maintain and refine standard cost models, ensuring updates reflect changes in production methods, pricing, and operational inputs.</p><p>• Prepare cost reports and financial analyses that support planning, performance reviews, and leadership decision-making.</p><p>• Reconcile inventory balances, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies affecting financial accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate cost trends and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and profitability.</p><p>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by developing cost assumptions, reviewing spending patterns, and monitoring results against expectations.</p><p>• Review production variances and explain key drivers related to materials, labor, and overhead performance.</p><p>• Strengthen cost control processes and reporting practices to improve visibility into plant-level and product-level financial performance.</p>
- 2026-11-10T20:14:07Z
- Denton, TX
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 55.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Cost Accountant with a CPA </strong>to support a growing manufacturing and supply organization in Denton, Texas. This<strong> Long-term Contract position </strong>will lead the development and ongoing management of a scalable job costing structure that supports both manufactured products and material pass-through programs. The role will convert operational and transactional data into dependable cost insights, accurate inventory valuation, and clear margin reporting for leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience in project job costing within complex, high-growth environments. <strong>Must be onsite in Denton 5 days a week. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and manage a comprehensive job costing framework that supports both manufacturing activity and pass-through business lines across multiple divisions.</p><p>• Create and maintain standard costing elements, including material, labor, routing, and overhead assumptions, while performing regular reviews and annual updates.</p><p>• Establish clear costing policies, process documentation, and internal controls to ensure consistency and accuracy as transaction volume increases.</p><p>• Partner with engineering and operations teams to cost new or custom products and verify the accuracy of bills of materials and production routings.</p><p>• Oversee inventory accounting by monitoring valuation, reconciling subledger activity to the general ledger, and reviewing perpetual inventory accuracy.</p><p>• Support cycle counts and physical inventory programs, investigate discrepancies, and record appropriate adjustments with attention to root-cause analysis.</p><p>• Track excess, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory trends and recommend reserve levels based on business conditions and inventory risk.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing and project cost variances, including material usage, labor performance, purchasing impacts, and overhead absorption, then communicate findings to business partners.</p><p>• Prepare margin reporting by division, product line, customer, and job while distinguishing profitability from manufactured output versus pass-through activity.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations and procurement leaders to turn cost trends and variance findings into practical corrective actions, including any relevant ERP costing process improvements.</p>
- 2026-10-23T18:04:56Z
- Coppell, TX
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- - USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and operational insight for a manufacturing environment in Coppell, Texas. This position plays a key role in period-end reporting, product cost analysis, inventory oversight, and control improvement while partnering closely with plant leadership and operations teams. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of manufacturing accounting practices and can translate detailed financial data into practical business recommendations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing account reconciliations, recording accruals, and supporting the accuracy of financial results.</p><p>• Produce financial reports and evaluate performance trends to help management understand operating results and key cost drivers.</p><p>• Manage product costing and inventory accounting activities, including standard cost maintenance, manufacturing cost tracking, valuation review, and analysis of usage and production variances.</p><p>• Monitor inventory accuracy through reconciliations and cycle count oversight, partnering with site teams to address discrepancies and strengthen reporting reliability.</p><p>• Evaluate accounting processes and internal controls, identify gaps or risks, and implement practical improvements to support policy adherence and regulatory compliance.</p><p>• Review capital spending requests and provide financial analysis that supports sound investment decisions across the manufacturing site.</p><p>• Coordinate audit requests by organizing supporting schedules, supplying documentation, and responding to questions from external auditors in a timely manner.</p><p>• Work closely with operations leaders and maintain a regular presence on the production floor to build familiarity with plant activity and improve financial understanding of site performance.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please email your resume to Derek Kemp at [email protected]</p>
- 2026-10-29T01:28:45Z
- Paramount, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 75000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support cost planning, financial analysis, and reporting within a manufacturing environment in Paramount, California. This role focuses on evaluating production expenses, inventory activity, labor costs, and material usage to help leadership make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of standard costing and cost analysis, along with the ability to identify trends that influence margins and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and maintain cost accounting records for materials, labor, overhead, and inventory across manufacturing operations.<br>• Review production and purchasing data to determine cost trends and explain significant variances affecting financial performance.<br>• Evaluate the cost impact of updates to product specifications, material inputs, and manufacturing processes.<br>• Analyze standard costs and actual results to support budgeting, forecasting, and profitability assessments.<br>• Partner with operations and finance teams to improve cost visibility and strengthen reporting accuracy.<br>• Monitor inventory-related transactions and reconcile cost data to ensure reliable valuation and reporting.<br>• Develop reports that highlight pricing, margin, and cost drivers for products and services.<br>• Support ongoing improvements to costing methods, internal controls, and related financial processes as needed.
- 2026-10-20T19:34:08Z
- Howell, MI
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 40.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support a chemicals manufacturing operation through a long-term contract assignment. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can strengthen standard costing processes, deliver timely analysis, and provide clear insight into cost movement across the business. The position will work closely with purchasing, R& D, sales, and finance partners to improve the speed and accuracy of costing decisions that influence pricing, reporting, and intercompany activity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly standard cost updates and maintain accurate product costing in support of ongoing material and pricing changes.<br>• Analyze cost variances before and after cost updates, identifying root causes and summarizing key business drivers for stakeholders.<br>• Prepare and support transfer pricing calculations, ensuring intercompany partners receive timely and reliable information.<br>• Partner with purchasing, R& D, and sales teams to validate inputs that affect costing, quoting, and margin decisions.<br>• Produce clear reporting and cost analysis in Excel and related reporting tools to improve visibility into trends and exceptions.<br>• Streamline recurring costing activities to improve turnaround times, strengthen consistency, and reduce manual inefficiencies.<br>• Support costing needs tied to new product development and item setup as products move into active production.<br>• Use SAP and associated reporting tools, including Power BI where applicable, to extract data, review results, and communicate findings.<br>• Share process knowledge and contribute to work instructions so the broader team can execute costing activities more effectively.
- 2026-10-29T18:08:43Z
- Houston, TX
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- - USD / Yearly
- <p> Follow Shad on LinkedIn at #chalkboardtalk for videos on his open roles. Shad and His team at Robert Half is working with a manufacturing client that is looking for aSenior Cost Accountant to support a manufacturing operation in Houston, Texas. This position focuses on delivering accurate product costing, meaningful financial analysis, and reliable inventory reporting that helps leaders make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in standard costing within a production environment and can translate complex cost data into practical recommendations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, maintain, and refine standard cost models for manufactured products to improve the accuracy of financial reporting and operational analysis.</p><p>• Review material, labor, and overhead costs to identify variances, explain performance trends, and highlight opportunities for cost control.</p><p>• Partner with production, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate manufacturing performance and strengthen cost visibility across the operation.</p><p>• Prepare recurring cost reports, inventory analyses, and margin reviews to support budgeting, forecasting, and management decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor inventory transactions and reconciliations to help ensure valuation accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.</p><p>• Analyze production results against established standards and provide clear recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to costing, inventory, and manufacturing financial results.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements involving costing methods, reporting workflows, and financial controls within the manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration for this opportunity please e-mail Shad at [email protected] with your Microsoft Word Resume with Senior Cost Accountant in the subject line.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-13T23:58:44Z
- Portland, OR
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 57.00 - 66.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join our client's team in Portland, Oregon on a Contract to permanent basis. This role is ideal for an experience Cost Accounting professional who can bring strong inventory accounting expertise, strengthen cost processes, and introduce effective controls in an environment that needs greater structure. The position will play a key role in improving the financial oversight of inventory, supporting operational accuracy, and preparing the organization for reliable year-end count activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead cost accounting activities with a strong focus on inventory valuation, cost analysis, and financial accuracy across inventory-related transactions.</p><p>• Review and resolve accounting issues involving stock and non-stock items, including improving the treatment and cleanup of non-stock records.</p><p>• Evaluate current inventory costing practices and provide support in environments using different costing approaches such as average cost and replacement-based methods.</p><p>• Establish and document practical accounting procedures and internal controls to create a more consistent and reliable inventory accounting framework.</p><p>• Partner with finance and operational teams to improve visibility into inventory activity and ensure accounting records align with business operations.</p><p>• Analyze inventory-related financial data to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and support stronger reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare for and support year-end inventory counts, including reconciliation efforts and follow-up on variances.</p><p>• Create clear process documentation to support sustainable accounting practices and ongoing compliance.</p>
- 2026-11-09T17:44:04Z
- Geneva, IL
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 50.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Contract Sr. Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance activities in Geneva, Illinois. This role will focus on strengthening cost accuracy, inventory valuation, and financial insight across production operations while partnering closely with operations and warehouse teams. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, variance review, and month-end accounting within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate product and manufacturing costs by reviewing material, labor, overhead, and other production-related expenses to support accurate financial analysis.<br>• Investigate cost variances across production, materials, labor, scrap, and absorption, and present practical recommendations to improve performance.<br>• Maintain and update standard costs for finished goods and components, including support for the annual cost roll process and related routing reviews.<br>• Prepare recurring financial reports that summarize cost trends, budget performance, and key metrics for leadership and business stakeholders.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting activities to help ensure accurate valuation, reserve calculations, and alignment with cost of goods sold.<br>• Manage inventory reserve analysis for excess, obsolete, and shrink exposure, and provide clear documentation for accounting records.<br>• Coordinate the cycle count program, monitor related performance indicators, and work with operational teams to address discrepancies.<br>• Lead budgeting and forecasting for manufacturing costs across domestic entities while providing financial oversight support for international operations.<br>• Complete balance sheet reconciliations for inventory and other cost-related accounts and contribute to an accurate and timely month-end close.<br>• Track capital spending against approved budgets and report variances and trends to finance leadership.
- 2026-11-12T15:43:46Z
- Chatsworth, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 115000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Chatsworth, California. This role partners closely with operations, sales, and finance leaders to strengthen inventory oversight, improve cost visibility, and support informed business decisions. The position plays a key part in financial close activities, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis within a fast-paced production environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Deliver recurring financial and operational performance reporting to help leadership track key manufacturing metrics and business trends.</p><p>• Coordinate inventory accounting activities tied to cycle counts or physical inventory events, and prepare the supporting analysis and documentation required for review.</p><p>• Monitor inventory balances, scrap activity, and other adjustments to identify issues, explain movements, and promote accurate records.</p><p>• Develop product cost estimates and margin insights that support pricing discussions, sales planning, and profitability reviews across product lines.</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership to strengthen cost controls, maintain sound accounting practices, and provide analysis that supports business decisions.</p><p>• Prepare analysis and reporting for the annual planning cycle and quarterly forecast updates, including cost, margin, and operational assumptions.</p><p>• Maintain standard cost structures, labor rates, overhead allocations, and related cost pools for assigned areas of the business.</p><p>• Perform revenue, margin, variance, and product cost analysis, and provide additional financial support for special requests as needed.</p><p>• Complete settlements for projects and production orders, review work order variances, and follow up with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audit requests, including support for financial control and compliance-related reviews.</p>
- 2026-11-12T17:38:44Z
- Bridgewater, NJ
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 27.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client is seeking a cost accountant for a contract opportunity in the Bridgewater, NJ area. This role is fully onsite and is ideal for candidates who are able to begin working immediately. The client is seeking candidates with experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or construction environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Cost Accountant / Financial Analyst Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze operating costs, materials, inventory, and other business expenses to evaluate profitability and support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Monitor and analyze overhead expenditures and cost trends.</li><li>Prepare and maintain monthly budgets in collaboration with operational and department leadership.</li><li>Assist with capital expenditure tracking, reporting, and fixed asset management.</li><li>Support internal and external audits and assist with general ledger activities.</li><li>Manage cost allocations across departments, projects, or business units.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances.</li><li>Support inventory accounting processes, including physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-02T21:04:37Z
- Hartford, CT
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>Seeking an experienced and hands-on Senior Accountant to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, job cost accounting, financial reconciliations, budgeting, and purchasing activities for a growing manufacturing organization specializing in government contracts. This individual will take ownership of the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cost tracking, and compliance with established accounting practices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of job cost accounting, including tracking, analyzing, and reconciling project costs associated with government contracts.</li><li>Manage the general ledger and maintain responsibility for account reconciliations and the accuracy of financial records.</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, including material transfers, project cost allocations, and other general accounting transactions.</li><li>Manage all bank transactions, bank reconciliations, and cash-related accounting activities.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, including invoice processing, expense coding, and vendor transactions.</li><li>Manage purchasing activities, including entering purchase transactions into QuickBooks and ensuring proper cost allocation.</li><li>Oversee limited accounts receivable activity, including customer invoicing and contract-related billing.</li><li>Develop, prepare, and maintain budgets for all departments.</li><li>Perform budget-to-actual analysis and monitor project expenditures to ensure accurate cost tracking and financial visibility.</li><li>Prepare and analyze complex Excel spreadsheets to support job costing, financial reporting, and management analysis.</li><li>Maintain accurate accounting for materials and project expenses, with purchases directly expensed under current accounting practices.</li><li>Support accounting and financial reporting requirements related to government contracts.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.</li><li>Provide recommendations to management regarding accounting procedures, financial reporting, and operational improvements.</li><li>Assist with the evaluation and implementation of a new accounting system.</li><li>Support the development of an inventory management system as the organization transitions into production.</li><li>Partner with management and cross-functional departments to support financial planning, project management, and organizational growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.</li><li>5+ years of progressive accounting experience.</li><li>Strong experience with job costing, project accounting, cost accounting, or general ledger accounting.</li><li>Solid understanding of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures.</li><li>Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and budgeting.</li><li>Proficiency with QuickBooks and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data and work with detailed spreadsheets.</li><li>Experience with government contracts, contract accounting, or project-based accounting preferred.</li></ul><p>Please send resumes to Chelsea Halon - chelsea.halon@roberthalf com</p>
- 2026-11-05T20:14:02Z
- Memphis, TN
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support accounting operations for a manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can manage inventory and cost-related accounting activities while maintaining accuracy across the general ledger. The position will play a key role in monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on operational partnership and process consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing entries, analyzing account activity, and ensuring timely completion of reporting deadlines.<br>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through detailed account analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and prompt resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Oversee inventory and cost accounting processes, including valuation reviews, cost tracking, and analysis of manufacturing-related financial data.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries related to accruals, inventory movements, reserves, and other core accounting transactions.<br>• Perform bank and account reconciliations, investigate variances, and coordinate corrections to support accurate financial records.<br>• Partner with operations and finance teams to evaluate production costs, monitor inventory balances, and improve reporting transparency.<br>• Support audit and compliance requirements by organizing documentation, explaining account activity, and reinforcing internal controls.<br>• Assist with accounting process improvements and support operational changes that affect financial workflows and reporting.<br>• Contribute to the preparation of periodic financial reports by providing accurate schedules, analysis, and supporting documentation.
- 2026-10-26T20:08:44Z
- Hatfield, PA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- - USD / Yearly
- <p>Growing manufacturing firm is looking to hire a detail-oriented and analytical Plant Cost Accountant to support the financial and operational performance of their manufacturing facility. This individual will play an important role in monitoring production costs, maintaining accurate inventory and cost records, analyzing financial results, and providing meaningful insights to support plant management and business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in cost or general ledger accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment, along with strong Excel skills and the ability to work collaboratively with both finance and operations teams.</p><p> </p><p>What you get to do everyday</p><p>· Maintain and analyze standard costs, ensuring accuracy across products, inventory, and manufacturing processes. </p><p>· Prepare cost analyses, inventory valuations, and variance reporting to support operational and financial decision-making. </p><p>· Partner with operations and production teams to investigate material, labor, and overhead variances while identifying opportunities for cost improvements. </p><p>· Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting. </p><p>· Monitor inventory transactions and support cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure inventory accuracy. </p><p>· Prepare and maintain cost accounting schedules, reports, and supporting documentation. </p><p>· Ensure accounting records and financial reporting are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). </p><p>· Collaborate with cross-functional departments to improve financial processes and strengthen internal controls. </p><p>· Support budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as needed.</p>
- 2026-11-04T16:08:40Z
- Boise, ID
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team in Boise, Idaho on a Contract basis. This role focuses on evaluating production spending, strengthening inventory accuracy, and delivering financial insight that supports operational decisions. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in manufacturing cost accounting and a strong ability to interpret cost drivers, margins, and variances in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate production-related expenses across materials, labor, and overhead to provide accurate cost visibility<br>• Maintain standard costing data and examine variances to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions<br>• Support inventory accounting activities by preparing reconciliations and participating in cycle count review processes<br>• Contribute to month-end close by recording cost-related journal entries and assisting with financial reporting tasks<br>• Develop analyses on product cost, gross margin, and profitability to inform business planning<br>• Work closely with operations teams to monitor cost patterns and highlight opportunities for improved efficiency
- 2026-11-04T15:33:45Z
- Hauppauge, NY
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p><strong>Cost Accountant | Hauppauge, Long Island, NY</strong></p><p><strong>Anna Parson at Robert Half </strong>is partnering with a growing Long Island company to find a sharp, detail-oriented <strong>Cost Accountant</strong> with a strong background in manufacturing cost and inventory accounting. The Cost Accountant is an excellent opportunity for an analytical professional who enjoys driving profitability through accurate costing, reporting, and process improvement.</p><p><strong>As the Cost Accountant, you will: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage standard costing, cost accounting, and inventory valuation processes</li><li>Analyze product costs, margins, variances, and profitability trends</li><li>Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) and costing structures</li><li>Perform inventory reconciliations, cycle count analysis, and inventory reporting</li><li>Partner with operations, procurement, and production teams to improve cost controls</li><li>Prepare cost analyses, KPIs, and management reports to support business decisions</li><li>Assist with month-end close, inventory reserves, and financial reporting related to manufacturing operations</li></ul><p>Seeking an analytical Cost Accountant with a proactive, hands-on skillset with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate operational data into meaningful financial insights.</p><p>Cost Accountant opportunity offers a sharp, collaborative team with a growing company and excellent benefits! </p><p>For immediate confidential consideration, contact <strong>Anna Parson at Robert Half</strong>.</p>
- 2026-10-16T22:33:51Z
- Rancho Cordova, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>Lisa Cole with Robert Half is partnering with a a growing, manufacturing organization is seeking a <strong>Cost Accountant</strong> to support inventory, COGS, and manufacturing cost functions across multiple sites. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented accounting professional who thrives in a high‑reliability, production‑focused environment and who enjoys partnering with operations and senior leadership. For more information, please call Lisa Cole at 916-649-0832</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform month‑end close activities and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, and fixed assets</li><li>Reconcile inventory, cost of sales, and general ledger accounts </li><li>Analyze variances including purchase price variances and work order variances </li><li>Assist with inventory costing and related ERP activities </li><li>Support internal/external audits including SOX testing and annual reviews </li><li>Track capital expenditures, maintain fixed asset records, and handle prepaid amortization </li><li>Prepare business property tax filings and U.S. Census reporting </li><li>Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to internal accounting policies </li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-06T14:38:43Z
- Salt Lake City, UT
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 38.46 - 48.07 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support a metal fabrication operation in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can combine strong cost accounting knowledge with practical experience in manufacturing and project costing activities. The role will contribute to financial accuracy, cost visibility, and day-to-day accounting support while working closely with operational teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and maintain cost accounting records to support accurate tracking of project costing, material, labor, and overhead within a manufacturing environment.</p><p>• Analyze standard costs and actual results, investigate variances, and highlight key cost drivers affecting production and profitability.</p><p>• Record journal entries and support general ledger accuracy through timely reconciliation and review of financial activity.</p><p>• Assist with order-to-cash processes by monitoring transactions, resolving discrepancies, and helping ensure complete and accurate revenue-related reporting.</p><p>• Partner with accounting and operations personnel to improve visibility into product costing and manufacturing performance.</p><p>• Build and maintain Excel-based reports using formulas, PivotTables, and lookup functions to support analysis and decision-making.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end and periodic close activities by preparing schedules, validating data, and supporting financial reporting requirements.</p>
- 2026-11-12T16:08:42Z
- Swedesboro, NJ
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are currently working with a global leader on their search for a tech savvy, Senior Cost Analyst. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial cost, monitoring inventory valuations, preparing monthly account reconciliations, managing the monthly and annual inventory counts, maintaining inventory adjustments and lot changes, providing documentation for audits, assisting with financial modelling, forecasting revenues/expenditures, leading the budgeting process, identifying areas for cost savings, and providing guidance on inventory management. The ideal Senior Cost Analyst should have strong interpersonal skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to own process integrations, support the strategic planning process, and ensure all operations reconcile with internal policies and procedures. </p><p><br></p><p>How you will make an impact</p><p>· Manage the annual budget and strategic planning process</p><p>· Cost Analysis</p><p>· Conduct thorough research of historical financial data</p><p>· Analyze inventory transactions</p><p>· Monitor internal controls</p><p>· Coordinate with cost accounting department</p><p>· Develop and gain deep business understanding of financial drivers</p><p>· Variance Analysis</p><p>· Monitor performance indicators for profit and loss</p><p>· Establish financial policies</p>
- 2026-10-19T19:48:45Z
- Union City, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Union City, California. This role focuses on evaluating product costs, maintaining accurate standard costing data, and providing analysis that helps improve operational and financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing environments and can translate detailed cost information into practical business insights.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Develop and monitor standard costs for materials, labor, overhead, and manufacturing activities.</li><li>Prepare cost accounting entries, reconciliations, and reporting in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage inventory valuation, cost rollups, labor reviews, and job closing activities.</li><li>Analyze cost variances and provide insights on key factors impacting performance.</li><li>Evaluate profitability across products, customers, projects, and business segments.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning through cost and margin analysis.</li><li>Create financial models to assess pricing, investments, operational improvements, and sourcing decisions.</li><li>Recommend cost-saving and profit-enhancing initiatives to improve business results.</li><li>Partner with operations, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to strengthen cost management.</li><li>Support new product launches with cost estimates, margin projections, and break-even analysis.</li><li>Monitor inventory activity, cycle counts, and obsolete inventory reserves.</li><li>Maintain internal controls related to inventory, fixed assets, and cost accounting processes.</li><li>Perform ad hoc financial and operational analyses as needed.</li><li>Enhance ERP systems, costing procedures, and reporting tools.</li><li>Develop dashboards and management reports to track financial and operational performance.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and data accuracy.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting analyses and documentation.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-11T20:08:50Z
- Half Moon Bay, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 45.00 - 49.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is seeking analytical and detail-oriented Cost Accountants for contract and contract-to-hire opportunities with manufacturing, construction, life sciences, real estate, and technology companies throughout the Bay Area.</p><p><br></p><p>These roles are ideal for accounting professionals who excel at analyzing costs, improving profitability, supporting budgeting processes, and providing operational insights that drive business decisions. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of cost accounting experience and strong ERP system knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Analyze product, project, labor, and operational costs to identify trends and variances.</li><li>Prepare and maintain standard cost models and cost allocation methodologies.</li><li>Review inventory valuations, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing or project costs.</li><li>Perform monthly cost accounting close activities, journal entries, and reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze actual costs versus budget, forecast, and standard costs.</li><li>Partner with operations, procurement, project management, and finance teams to improve cost visibility.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.</li><li>Support inventory counts and reconciliations, including cycle counts and physical inventories.</li><li>Develop and maintain cost reports, KPIs, and management reporting packages.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-14T06:48:40Z
- Chestertown, MD
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and operational performance in Chestertown, Maryland. This role will focus on analyzing manufacturing and inventory costs, delivering accurate reporting, and providing insights that help leadership improve profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Examine cost structures across materials, labor, and overhead to uncover opportunities for improved efficiency and reduced spend.<br>• Track production results against established standards, investigate variances, and communicate findings with practical recommendations.<br>• Partner with operations, procurement, and other business teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning activities.<br>• Prepare recurring cost accounting reports and management summaries that clearly reflect financial performance and key trends.<br>• Maintain oversight of inventory costing, including valuation reviews and reconciliation of inventory-related balances.<br>• Support decision-making by assessing how cost fluctuations influence margins, pricing, and overall business results.<br>• Strengthen cost accounting processes by identifying workflow improvements that increase accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.<br>• Ensure financial practices align with applicable accounting requirements and provide support during internal and external audit reviews.<br>• Contribute to the financial evaluation of new products or services by developing cost estimates and related analysis.
- 2026-11-11T15:03:56Z