Description Our client, a rapidly growing organization with a focus on operational excellence, is searching for a results-driven Cost Accountant to join their finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to support the company’s efforts in managing costs, improving efficiency, and driving profitability. The Cost Accountant will play a crucial role in overseeing cost analyses, budgeting, and inventory valuations while contributing to the company’s financial planning and strategy. This position requires a strong understanding of cost accounting principles, an analytical mindset, and exceptional attention to detail. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys leveraging data to recommend improvements for higher efficiency. Key Responsibilities + Perform detailed cost analysis to track and manage production costs and variances. + Analyze standard costs and update pricing models to ensure accurate inventory valuations. + Maintain accurate records for cost-related data, including budgets, forecasts, and financial reports. + Collaborate with operations and production teams to identify cost inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions. + Monitor the costs of raw materials, labor, and overhead expenses, providing actionable insights to management. + Ensure cost accounting compliance with industry standards, policies, and GAAP principles. + Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and provide detailed explanations of variances. + Participate in the month-end close process, including calculating accruals and preparing journal entries. + Support audits by providing cost-related documentation and analysis. Requirements + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. + 3+ years of experience in cost accounting or a related field, preferably in manufacturing or production. + Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices, including standard costing and variance analysis. + Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. + Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to analyze complex financial data. + Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle deadlines and competing priorities. + Effective communication and collaboration ability to engage with cross-functional teams. + CPA, CMA, or similar certification is preferred, but not required. Robert Half is the world’s 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .