Cost Accountant

Description This role is integral to providing accurate financial insights, analyzing cost data, and supporting operational decision-making. The ideal candidate is proficient in cost accounting within manufacturing environments and excels in delivering actionable recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability. Responsibilities: u2022 Collaborate with operations teams to conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits, including identifying root causes and providing analytical support. u2022 Manage the annual standard cost update process, ensuring accurate allocations and cost build-ups. u2022 Analyze standard costs, margins, and variances to ensure precise production costing. u2022 Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and engineering teams to refine material, labor, overhead, and other cost components. u2022 Provide accurate cost data to support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end financial close processes. u2022 Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and assist with cost-related financial close activities. u2022 Maintain and update cost drivers, assumptions, and job costing standards, both annually and on an ad-hoc basis. u2022 Identify cost-saving opportunities by monitoring cost drivers and recommending process improvements. u2022 Generate and manage daily, weekly, and monthly operational and cost-related reports. u2022 Act as a trusted resource for operations and leadership, delivering insightful analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions. Please send resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - Requirements u2022 Proven experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment. u2022 Strong knowledge of standard cost accounting principles and practices. u2022 Expertise in cost analysis and variance analysis. u2022 Familiarity with month-end close processes and journal entry preparation. u2022 Proficiency in managing and updating costing standards and assumptions. u2022 Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. u2022 Strong communication skills for collaborating across departments and presenting findings to leadership. u2022 Advanced proficiency in relevant accounting software and tools. Please send resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - 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 ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-03-02