Sr. Cost Accountant

Description Essential job functions and responsibilities: u2022 Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information in support of the monthly close process. u2022 Maintains and balances general ledger and subledger accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies. u2022 Supports the calculation of complex reserves, which require sound judgment and understanding of the business (e.g., customer rebates, inventory valuation reserves, etc.) u2022 Prepares monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, including analysis of movements. u2022 Maintains fixed asset processing, tracking and reporting. u2022 Provides expert monthly financial analysis of all P& L line item performance against budget and reforecasts. u2022 Serves as a trusted business partner to operations in helping them understand the financial impacts of their decisions and actions. u2022 Acts as the u201ceyes and earsu201d for the controllership function regarding key developments in our operations. u2022 Coordinates the annual physical inventory and monitors results of periodic cycle counts. u2022 Drives the annual standard costing process and monitors the ongoing accuracy of standard costs. u2022 Assists in developing and enhancing accounting and operational procedures by assessing current procedures and recommending and implementing required improvements to enhance controls for the organization. u2022 Provides project analysis as needed including cost estimates of new or modified products, evaluation of capital projects, and product line expansion or restructuring analyses. u2022 This position is a key team member and is expected to inspire associates to greater levels of professionalism, quality, productivity and engagement in the Team. Individual must possess the core values of Integrity, Quality, Passion, Accountability, Innovation, and be Performance Driven. Education and Experience: u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration required. MBA or CPA a plus. u2022 At least 6 yearu2019s experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment with involvement in closing, cost accounting, account reconciliation, and financial analysis required. u2022 Must have the ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles. u2022 Experience working with engineering and manufacturing personnel on development and analysis of standard costs. u2022 Strong attention to detail, analytical ability and problem-solving skills. u2022 Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills. u2022 Highly ethical, self-motivated, detail oriented with the ability to function as part of a team. u2022 Must be tech savvy and a quick learner of ERP systems and BI software demonstrating an ability to understand the logic behind these systems to properly translate operating impacts to accounting transactions. u2022 Must have advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot Tables, etc.) u2022 Experience in LN, Prophix helpful. Requirements Cost Accounting, Manufacturing Cost Accounting, Standard Cost Accounting, Cost - Standard, Cost Analysis Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use (.

Created: 2025-12-10