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185 results for Cost Accountant in West Chester, PA

Cost Accountant
  • Coopersburg, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. This role is essential in ensuring precise cost management and reporting across various functions within our organization. The ideal candidate will excel in analyzing financial data, maintaining compliance, and providing insights to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are already in contact with one of our Recruiting Managers, please reach out to them directly to discuss this opportunity. If not, for immediate consideration, please apply or call Warren Knight at 484-214-2624</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the cost accounting system to ensure correct allocation of materials, labor, and overhead.</p><p>• Prepare detailed cost reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis for management review.</p><p>• Analyze variances between actual and standard costs, offering actionable recommendations to improve performance.</p><p>• Monitor unit costs, profit margins, and overall profitability across departments and product lines.</p><p>• Assist in developing annual budgets and rolling forecasts, while providing cost estimates for new projects and products.</p><p>• Reconcile inventory accounts for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure accurate valuation.</p><p>• Collaborate with production teams to track efficiency levels and minimize waste.</p><p>• Support audit processes by preparing detailed cost schedules and adhering to compliance requirements.</p><p>• Maintain strong internal controls to protect company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards.</p>
  • 2025-09-08T20:29:29Z
Sr. Cost Accountant
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting a variety of accounting tasks, including overhead and labor cost analysis, inventory risk analysis, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory costs. Additionally, you will be involved in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, and will play a crucial part in maintaining the integrity of our internal controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough analysis of overhead and labor allocation</p><p>• Assist in the analysis of inventory reserves and coordinate with Operations for timely updates and disposition</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy of inventory costs, and review variances</p><p>• Complete month-end journal entries and reconcile balance sheet and P& L accounts</p><p>• Review SOX controls to ensure adherence to internal controls</p><p>• Assist with the closing and audit activities, including preparation of PBC schedules</p><p>• Manage the maintenance of the cost accounting system</p><p>• Coordinate the preparation of operating budgets</p><p>• Special projects as required.</p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
Sr. Cost Accountant
  • Belcamp, MD
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 40.00 - 48.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team in Harford County, Maryland. This is a contract-to-permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity for professionals with a strong background in manufacturing cost accounting. The role involves overseeing critical financial processes, managing a small team, and contributing to the company’s commercial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage monthly financial reporting activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close processes, including reconciling accounts and preparing necessary documentation.</p><p>• Handle inventory accounting, focusing exclusively on the commercial side of the business.</p><p>• Administer onsite tax-related responsibilities and ensure timely reporting.</p><p>• Supervise and provide guidance to a small team, including one Accounts Payable Specialist and one Staff Accountant.</p><p>• Collaborate with ownership to provide financial insights and support organizational goals.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks Enterprise software to maintain and analyze financial records.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze cost trends to support operational efficiency and profitability.</p>
  • 2025-09-09T17:44:08Z
Cost Accountant/Analyst
  • Lansdale Area, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant/Analyst to join our client's manufacturing team in the Lansdale, Pennsylvania area. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your analytical skills and accounting expertise in a fast-paced production environment. As a key contributor, you will provide valuable financial insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and oversee cost accounting processes, including labor, material, and overhead allocations, to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Perform detailed variance and margin analyses to identify trends and areas for cost optimization.</p><p>• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to refine pricing strategies and identify opportunities for cost savings.</p><p>• Build comprehensive financial forecasts and support strategic planning initiatives.</p><p>• Maintain a hands-on approach by engaging with the manufacturing floor to align operational realities with financial data.</p><p>• Provide product-level profitability insights to guide decision-making and enhance business strategies.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices while continuously improving reporting processes.</p><p>• Act as a liaison between operations and accounting to foster collaboration and informed decision-making.</p><p>• Streamline and improve financial models for better forecasting and analysis.</p><p>• Support audits and ensure accuracy in cost-related financial documentation.</p>
  • 2025-09-12T12:08:45Z
Cost Accounting Manager
  • North Wales, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Cost Accounting Manager </strong></p><p><br></p><p>A client of ours is looking for a Cost Accounting Manager for a contract role. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of cost accounting, including standard costing, BOM (Bill of Materials) management, and system reporting within EPICOR. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures, and the ability to partner cross-functionally to drive financial accuracy and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities of Cost Accounting Manager </strong></p><ul><li>Manage and oversee the company’s cost accounting function, ensuring accuracy in standard costs, inventory valuation, and cost reporting.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and update standard costing models to reflect current production processes and costs.</li><li>Oversee the accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings to ensure proper cost roll-ups and product costing.</li><li>Leverage EPICOR ERP system to extract, analyze, and report cost data, ensuring system integrity and alignment with accounting standards.</li><li>Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.</li><li>Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and production teams to provide cost analysis, forecasting, and recommendations to improve profitability.</li><li>Lead monthly and quarterly cost close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries.</li><li>Prepare and present cost reports, financial analysis, and performance metrics to senior management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies for cost accounting practices.</li><li>Provide leadership, mentoring, and development to cost accounting staff.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-16T14:19:07Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Horsham Area, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our client's team in the Horsham, Pennsylvania area. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic business decisions. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have expertise in manufacturing accounting, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to maintain smooth financial operations.</p><p>• Perform cost accounting tasks related to inventory valuation, production costs, and cost of goods sold.</p><p>• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts to align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Utilize Global Shop Solutions systems to optimize and streamline accounting processes.</p><p>• Assist with audits and ensure adherence to financial regulations and compliance standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights for cost control and inventory management.</p><p>• Maintain cash flow records, bank reconciliations, and fixed asset registers.</p><p>• Provide guidance to less experienced accounting staff to enhance team performance and ensure efficient financial operations.</p>
  • 2025-09-03T15:13:58Z
Cost Accounting Manager
  • Telford, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Reputable, engineering company seeks a Cost Accounting Manager with proven knowledge of GAAP and strong standard cost knowledge. In this role, the Cost Accounting Manager will monitor and evaluate inventories, oversee the month end closing process, assist with budgeting and forecasting, prepare monthly journal entries, maintain internal controls, analyze cost variances, and manage the cost auditing process. This candidate will ensure department goals are met, cost is reduced and overall improvement of profitability.</p><p><br></p><p>How you will make an impact</p><p>·      Collect and analyze operational cost data</p><p>·      Maintain cost accounting procedures</p><p>·      Analyze production cost</p><p>·      Set standard costs of goods</p><p>·      Administer cost accounting principles</p><p>·      Prepare production reports</p><p>·      Assist with month-end cost accounting close</p><p>·      Prepare estimates of costs</p><p>·      Coordinate with operations on forecasting</p><p>·      Resolve cost inaccuracies</p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
Senior Accountant
  • Warminster, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our manufacturing team in Warminster, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, managing general ledger activities, and supporting month-end close processes. You will work closely with various departments to analyze inventory data, maintain compliance with internal controls, and drive continuous improvement in accounting practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries, accruals, and adjustments related to distribution operations.<br>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, including inventory, cost of goods sold, freight, and vendor accruals.<br>• Monitor inventory transactions and variances, collaborating with operations to address discrepancies.<br>• Track and analyze inventory movements across warehouses, third-party logistics providers, and customer locations.<br>• Conduct cost accounting activities, including landed cost analysis, freight allocations, and updates to standard costing.<br>• Support external audits by providing documentation and ensuring adherence to internal controls.<br>• Evaluate operational data and trends to assist with forecasting and strategic decision-making.<br>• Partner with supply chain and warehouse teams to enhance processes and maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Contribute to the development and refinement of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • 2025-09-04T18:58:55Z
Part Time Senior Financial Analyst
  • Leesport, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking a highly experienced <strong>Part-Time Senior Financial Analyst/Cost Accountant</strong> to join our client's team in <strong>Leesport, Pennsylvania</strong>. This long-term contract role is tailored for seasoned professionals with a deep understanding of <strong>financial analysis, cost accounting</strong>, and operational support. The position demands expertise in managing complex accounting tasks, driving compliance, and providing strategic insights to aid critical business decisions. Ideal candidates will possess not only technical skills, but also a strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering accurate and actionable financial insights.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Oversee and manage <strong>accounts payable</strong> and <strong>accounts receivable</strong> processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with financial policies.</li><li>Prepare and issue invoices while maintaining detailed records of <strong>sales</strong>, <strong>cost reports</strong>, and associated metrics for financial assessment.</li><li>Perform advanced <strong>cost accounting</strong> analysis to evaluate profitability, monitor financial efficiency, and support decision-making with actionable insights.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile the <strong>general ledger</strong>, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial reporting aligned with corporate standards.</li><li>Utilize tools like <strong>QuickBooks</strong> and <strong>Excel</strong> for robust organization, in-depth data analysis, and reporting of financial information.</li><li>Conduct detailed <strong>bank reconciliations</strong> to verify that financial transactions correspond with bank statements.</li><li>Create, review, and post <strong>journal entries</strong>, ensuring all adjustments align with accounting principles and regulatory guidelines.</li><li>Work collaboratively across teams to identify opportunities for process improvements, enhance operational workflows, and implement accounting best practices</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-05T14:58:58Z
Plant Controller
  • Lansdale Area, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 140000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our client's dynamic team in the Lansdale, Pennsylvania area. In this role, you will serve as the financial leader within the plant, providing strategic insights and partnering with operations to drive value creation. This position offers the opportunity to influence profitability, improve processes, and lead a high-performing finance team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and sales teams to identify opportunities for value creation and process improvement.</p><p>• Analyze profit and loss trends to uncover areas for reducing waste and enhancing performance.</p><p>• Oversee the budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes on weekly and monthly bases.</p><p>• Manage cost accounting functions, including standard cost updates, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational tools.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with internal controls and lead inventory reconciliation efforts.</p><p>• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of finance professionals, fostering operational excellence.</p><p>• Develop compelling financial narratives to help stakeholders understand the insights behind the numbers.</p><p>• Drive initiatives focused on continuous improvement, leveraging lean methodologies to optimize processes.</p><p>• Serve as a key financial advisor to leadership, contributing to cross-functional decision-making.</p><p>• Utilize advanced financial tools and systems, such as SAP, to enhance reporting and decision-making.</p>
  • 2025-09-10T12:24:32Z
Regional Controller
  • Wilmington Nt, DE
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Fulltime + Benefits</p><p>Salary: $100,000 - $145,000 +Bonus</p><p>Location: Wilmington, DE</p><p>Work Model: 5 days onsite</p><p><br></p><p>A rapidly growing PE backed company is looking for a hands on Regional Controller with a strong, demonstrated background in process and operational improvement from the manufacturing, service, or construction industries. This role is critical in maintaining the integrity of financial operations while driving efficiencies, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. This role requires a strong communicator, as this person will be liaising directly with Senior Business leadership and oversee a team of 3 -4 people..</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and reporting systems across all entities.</p><p>• Drive operational and process improvement for business unit.</p><p>• Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior management.</p><p>• Guide financial decisions by applying company policies, procedures, and accounting standards.</p><p>• Develop, implement, and maintain robust financial controls, guidelines, and workflows.</p><p>• Achieve budgeting goals through effective scheduling, in-depth analysis, and corrective actions.</p><p>• Support the development of both short- and long-term operational strategies.</p><p>• Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems for accuracy and GAAP compliance.</p><p>• Maintain internal control safeguards for revenue, costs, budgets, and actual expenditures.</p><p>• Partner with the CEO to establish financial and operational benchmarks, budgets, and reporting standards on a monthly and annual basis.</p><p>• Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local legal requirements.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to strengthen internal controls and protect company assets.</p><p>• Develop and maintain management reporting tools and advanced analytics for better decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and productivity.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p><br></p><p>• Degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred</p><p>• 4 -8 years of leadership experience </p><p>• 4 -7 years of process improvement and standardization of accounting policies,and procedures.</p><p>• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements.</p><p>• Demonstrated background with a large ERP. i.e Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Netsuite, Sage Intacct, Hyperion, or Peoplesoft.</p><p>• Experience in the services industry preferred.</p><p>• Exceptional analytical, leadership, and communication skills.</p>
  • 2025-08-19T13:18:42Z
Staff Accountant
  • Newark, DE
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 82000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>State of the art, utility firm seeks a Staff Accountant with strong budgeting skills. In this role, the Staff Accountant will be responsible for budget planning and preparation, account reconciliation, compliance and documentation, creating forecast projections, monitoring actual expenditures, supporting internal and external audits, maintaining the general ledger and supporting schedules, analyzing spending trends, preparing annual budget variance reports, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory guidelines specific to the utility industry. This candidate must have a high interest in numbers, budgets and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>·      Assist in the development and coordination of the annual operating and capital budgets</p><p>·      Monitor budget performance and provide monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analysis</p><p>·      Support the development of multi-year financial plans</p><p>·      Identify cost saving opportunities</p><p>·      Resolve discrepancies and provide variance explanations</p><p>·      Organize and maintain detailed financial records</p><p>·      Coordinate with department management on budget efficiency</p><p>·      Research and analyze data and figures</p><p>·      Assist with cost allocation, project accounting, and capital expenditure tracking</p><p>·      Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and external regulatory requirements</p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
Sr. Project Accountant
  • Blue Bell, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Montgomery County, construction firm seeks a Sr. Project Accountant with excellent communication skills. This role will be responsible for generating project schedules, processing contractor billings, assisting with project cost tracking, bi-weekly payroll processing, high-volume invoicing, maintaining supplier documentation, investigating project variances, assisting with change orders, preparing financial reports, reconciling subcontractor billings, analyzing project profitability, providing billing structures, and review project expenses. This Sr. Project Accountant must have strong knowledge of construction related accounting software, solid communication skills, and excellent time management abilities. </p><p><br></p><p>How you will make an impact</p><p>·      Create and monitor project accounts</p><p>·      Process subcontractor invoices</p><p>·      Provide profit analysis reports to management</p><p>·      Compile monthly project reconciliations</p><p>·      Monitor project budgets and cost allocation</p><p>·      Maintain documentation for compliance</p><p>·      Project Analysis</p><p>·      Assist with month/quarter-end process</p><p>·      Ad hoc projects as requested</p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
Project Accountant
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Thriving manufacturer, located in the central New Jersey area, is looking to staff multiple Project Accountants who can manage the financial aspects of assigned projects. This role will be responsible for ensuring accuracy in reporting, compliance with company policies, and alignment with project budgets and timelines. The successful candidate will draft client invoices, prepare monthly payment schedules, process change orders, track/analyze/report project costs, support month-end and year-end close processes related to projects, ensure monthly/quarterly billing goals are met, assist in contract review, and partner closely with project managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to provide financial insight, monitor costs, and support rewarding project delivery. This Project Accountant must have strong knowledge of construction-related accounting software, high attention to detail, and excellent problem-solving abilities. </p><p><br></p><p>How you will make an impact</p><p>·      Create and monitor project accounts</p><p>·      Process subcontractor invoices</p><p>·      Verify project budgets</p><p>·      Provide profit analysis reports to management</p><p>·      Compile monthly project reconciliations</p><p>·      Audit change orders</p><p>·      Maintain documentation for compliance</p><p>·      Analyze project revenues</p><p>·      Assist with month/quarter-end process</p><p>·      Ad hoc projects as requested</p>
  • 2025-09-05T18:34:14Z
Property Accountant
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a successful client within the property management industry on their search for a Property Accountant. As the Property Accountant, you will manage all accounting transactions, assist with journal entry preparation, analyze leasing costs, review market lease reconciliations, perform accounting analysis, review and approve vendor invoices, assist with the year-end financial audit process, prepare monthly bank reconciliations, review and maintain property budget, and assist with annual entity tax returns. The ideal candidate for this role should have strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, experience with real estate accounting software, and advanced financial analysis skills.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do daily</p><ul><li>Review invoices and bills for accuracy, assign them to appropriate accounts, and prepare checks for payment.</li><li>Handle bank deposits using remote deposit scanning software and ensure timely processing.</li><li>Collaborate closely with property management teams to ensure timely receipt of checks and invoices for all property locations.</li><li>Address and resolve issues related to payment delinquencies and other financial discrepancies.</li><li>Record daily General Ledger entries and complete month-end journal entries.</li><li>Manage accounts payable processes and oversee disbursement activities.</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements, including Profit & Loss reports and Balance Sheets.</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Conduct general office tasks to support accounting operations.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-03T19:14:14Z
Property Accountant
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a successful client on their search for a Property Accountant. As the Property Accountant, you will manage all accounting transactions, assist with journal entry preparation, analyze leasing costs, review market lease reconciliations, perform accounting analysis, review and approve vendor invoices, assist with the year-end financial audit process, prepare monthly bank reconciliations, review and maintain property budget, and assist with annual entity tax returns. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Maintain accurate financial records and books for assigned properties and entities.</li><li>Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements and lender reports.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and ensure timely recording of transactions in accounting software.</li><li>Assist in the monthly draw process and collaborate on annual audits.</li><li>Develop property budgets and financial projections to support planning efforts.</li><li>Work closely with internal teams, external partners, and auditors to ensure compliance and efficiency.</li><li>Participate in deal closings, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-08T16:18:58Z
Accountant
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a successful management firm on their search for an Accountant who can manage the financial health of the firm. The responsibilities for this Accountant role consist of handling general accounting operations such as: assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, monitoring financial regulations, preparing journal entries, submitting subcontractor payments, assisting with project billing, and participating in the development and tracking of cost control. The ideal candidate for this role should have great problem-solving skills, excellent time-management and strong budgeting/forecasting abilities that will ensure revenue generation.</p><p><br></p><p>How you will make an impact</p><p>·      Support daily accounting functions</p><p>·      Prepare journal entries</p><p>·      Budgeting & Forecasting</p><p>·      Monitor and analyze general ledger accounts</p><p>·      Database Management</p><p>·      GAAP Compliance</p><p>·      Provide clerical support</p><p>·      Ad hoc special projects as requested</p>
  • 2025-08-19T21:34:31Z
Controller
  • Camden, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Controller to lead and oversee the financial operations of our client's organization in South Jersey. This Controller role is critical in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting processes while driving improvements in financial reporting and operational workflows. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.</li><li>Lead the monthly and quarterly financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Develop and maintain weekly cash flow forecasts and provide analysis for cash allocation.</li><li>Collaborate with external auditors to support annual audit processes and ensure compliance.</li><li>Prepare financial documentation for bank covenant testing and maintain relationships with lending institutions.</li><li>Analyze financial statements to identify trends and issues, proposing actionable solutions to address them.</li><li>Oversee the filing of sales taxes, real estate taxes, and other regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with deadlines.</li><li>Assist in creating annual budgets and year-end financial planning for senior management.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives within the finance department to enhance accuracy and efficiency.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-11T13:34:06Z
Controller
  • Lebanon, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p> </p><p>A client of ours is seeking a skilled and driven Controller to oversee the financial operations across multiple facilities. This role will serve as a critical member of the leadership team, responsible for accurate financial reporting, internal controls, cost accounting, and compliance. The Controller will work closely with operations and executive management to provide timely, actionable financial insights that support business decision-making and operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities of Controller</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly internal financial statements and provide variance analysis</li><li>Oversee cost accounting processes and collaborate with seven plant locations to drive performance improvements</li><li>Lead external audit support including preparation of data and schedules for financial and income tax reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with Sales and Use Tax regulations</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely balance sheet reconciliations with appropriate supporting documentation</li><li>Monitor and enhance system controls and financial procedures</li><li>Partner with management to deliver insightful financial analysis and respond to ad hoc reporting requests</li><li>Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounting policies, systems, and processes</li><li>Coordinate annual budget development across all departments</li><li>Manage multi-location, multi-division financial transactions and consolidation activities</li><li>Work collaboratively with leadership to interpret and present financial performance insights</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-08-26T22:35:13Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Growing, distributor located in the South Jersey area is looking to add highly technical, Senior Accountant with proven mergers & acquisitions expertise to their accounting department. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing the accounting and financial reporting aspects of corporate transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and reorganizations. This role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate purchase accounting, compliance with U.S. GAAP, and seamless integration of newly acquired entities into the company’s financial systems and processes. The successful candidate for this role will have sharp analytical skills, goal-driven, excellent time management abilities, team player, and strong written and verbal communication skills.</p><p> </p><p><strong>How you will make an impact</strong></p><p>·      Implement revenue generating control systems</p><p>·      Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules</p><p>·      Assist in financial due diligence by reviewing target company financial statements</p><p>·      Review and approve accounting transactions for accuracy and compliance</p><p>·      Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</p><p>·      Lead assigned portions of the month-end close process to ensure timely completion</p><p>·      Analyze account balances and investigate discrepancies</p><p>·      Maintain accurate records of transaction costs and evaluate capitalization vs. expensing treatment</p><p>·      Partner with internal and external auditors during M& A transaction reviews</p><p>·      Provide accounting guidance to business leaders on transaction-related matters</p><p>·      Identify accounting and reporting risks, potential adjustments, and post-acquisition integration issues</p>
  • 2025-08-14T20:18:46Z
Plant Controller
  • Wilmington Nt, DE
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>Thriving, Wilmington Delaware client is looking to add a Plant Controller with a proven cost accounting background to join their finance department. As the Plant Controller, you will monitor and report on KPIs, develop and implement revenue generating process improvement opportunities, oversee labor reporting and cost for all departments, prepare budgets, assist with the month end close process, and oversee inventory levels to ensure proper shipping and returns. This successful candidate will you will succeed by strategically planning and directing accounting operations while developing operating procedures that are consistent with internal policies and procedures. </p><p><br></p><p>Major Responsibilities</p><p>• Assist with monthly/annual budgeting & forecasting</p><p>• Create internal control guidelines</p><p>• Generate monthly financial forecasts</p><p>• Provide cost accounting analysis</p><p>• Oversee inventory for raw materials and finished goods</p><p>• Perform risk analysis</p><p>• Establish compliance with all GAAP requirements</p><p>• Prepare and present financial reports</p><p>• Assist management as needed</p><p>• Recommend process improvements</p>
  • 2025-08-20T19:08:43Z
Sr. Accountant
  • West Chester, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has teamed up with a leading manufacturer on their search for a Senior Accountant who can assist with the financial future of the company. This Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial reports, preparing financial statements, assisting the month end close process, analyzing financial data, processing client billings, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. The successful candidate for this role will have excellent leadership abilities, sharp analytical skills, command of the month end process, excellent time management experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Major Responsibilities</strong></p><p>·      Implement revenue generating control systems</p><p>·      Process accounts payable/receivable transactions</p><p>·      Data Analysis & Reporting</p><p>·      Balance Sheet Reconciliations</p><p>·      Monitor and document travel expenses</p><p>·      Oversee the month end close process</p><p>·      Prepare financial reports</p><p>·      Consolidating financial statements</p><p>·      Ensure compliance with GAAP</p>
  • 2025-08-18T18:54:02Z
Senior Fund Accountant
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Fund Accountant to join our client's team in Philadelphia. This Senior Fund Accountant role involves managing fund and investment accounting processes while providing financial analysis and support to ensure accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of fund management to contribute to organizational success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Oversee the lifecycle of fund activity, from establishing new funds in collaboration with donor services to managing fund closures and preparing related documentation.</li><li>Record journal entries and perform account reconciliations as part of the monthly close process.</li><li>Prepare and review quarterly fund statements, ensuring the accuracy of investment-related entries and addressing discrepancies.</li><li>Conduct fund-level financial analysis and provide insights to support decision-making.</li><li>Reconcile gift subledger entries with the general ledger and ensure proper posting.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of financial schedules and documentation for annual audits and tax filings, including compliance reports.</li><li>Investigate negative fund balances and work with relevant departments to resolve issues.</li><li>Perform additional duties as assigned to support the finance team.</li></ul>
  • 2025-08-15T12:08:56Z
Staff Accountant
  • Wilmington, DE
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with an investment firm on their search for a Staff Accountant with strong general accounting skills. The responsibilities for this Staff Accountant role consist of handling general accounting operations such as: assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, credit card reconciliations, preparing financial reports, assisting with financial research, maintaining internal controls, providing administrative support, and collaborating with financial resources/vendors as needed. The ideal candidate for this role should have possess great day-to-day accounting abilities in compliance with legal industry standards and firm policies. We are looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills, and can maintain accurate financial records and contribute to the overall financial health of the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>·      Prepare journal entries, general ledger reconciliations and account analysis</p><p>·      Assist with daily accounting functions</p><p>·      Reconcile and monitor collection accounts</p><p>·      Ensure compliance with applicable standards (GAAP)</p><p>·      Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts</p><p>·      Monitor cash flow balances</p><p>·      Assist with financial consolidation models</p><p>·      Document asset, liability, revenue expenses</p><p>·      Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation needed</p>
  • 2025-08-20T19:04:35Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 27.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a success-driven Senior Accountant to join a team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This Contract-to-Permanent Sr. Accountant position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the healthcare industry through your expertise in accounting and financial management. The ideal Senior Accountant candidate will bring strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented approach to support budgeting, forecasting, and reconciliation processes. Make an impact and get your career moving in the right direction by clicking the apply button today. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215-568-4580 and mention Job reference #03720-0013296850.</p><p><br></p><p>As a Senior Accountant your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:</p><p>• Oversee month-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries and account maintenance.</p><p><br></p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p><br></p><p>• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting efforts to support organizational financial planning.</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle accounts receivable allocations, ensuring proper application of payments.</p><p><br></p><p>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as pivot tables, to analyze financial data.</p><p><br></p><p>• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and processes.</p><p><br></p><p>• Support the transition to Oracle accounting systems by leveraging prior experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Make an impact and get your career moving in the right direction by clicking the apply button today. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Half at 215-568-4580 and mention Job reference #03720-0013296850.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-11T19:18:58Z
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