Cost Accountant

Description We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Champaign, Illinois. This role is a critical partner to the Plant Manager, providing financial expertise to drive operational efficiency and enhance profitability. The position involves analyzing plant-level financial performance, supporting product-line margin evaluations across North America, and ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Responsibilities: u2022 Collaborate with the Plant Manager to oversee and improve plant financial performance, acting as a key financial advisor. u2022 Execute monthly financial close processes, including accruals, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations. u2022 Analyze manufacturing variances and present actionable recommendations to optimize performance. u2022 Manage and maintain standard costing systems, offering cost analysis for both existing and new products. u2022 Conduct product-line margin assessments to support pricing strategies and profitability improvements. u2022 Lead budgeting, forecasting, and business case development to support financial planning efforts. u2022 Monitor inventory valuation and coordinate physical inventory counts to ensure accuracy. u2022 Identify opportunities for cost-saving measures and margin enhancements. u2022 Ensure adherence to internal controls and corporate financial policies. u2022 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve cost efficiency. This role will offer a salary between 110K-120K with medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K and paid time-off. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI software to find you great job and candidate matches faster. Requirements u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business. u2022 Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting and financial analysis within a manufacturing environment. u2022 Proven ability to work collaboratively with Operations to enhance business performance. u2022 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. u2022 Strong attention to detail coupled with exceptional analytical skills. u2022 Experience with JD Edwards or similar enterprise resource planning systems. u2022 Solid understanding of standard costing and manufacturing cost accounting principles. 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. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. 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 ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-02-02