Description We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our dynamic manufacturing team in Long Beach, California. In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing and managing costs to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in cost accounting within a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Conduct detailed cost analysis to support accurate pricing and financial decision-making. • Oversee inventory management processes, including cycle counting and reconciliation. • Prepare and post journal entries during month-end close, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records. • Reconcile accounts to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions. • Apply cost accounting principles to analyze actual costs and improve financial forecasting. • Utilize advanced Excel skills to create and manage financial models and reports. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights on cost-saving opportunities. • Support the financial planning process by providing detailed cost analysis and projections. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the aerospace industry. • Familiarity with Hyperion software is preferred. • Strong knowledge of inventory management practices and cycle counting processes. • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. • Experience with month-end close procedures, including journal entry preparation and account reconciliations. • Solid understanding of cost accounting principles and actual cost analysis. • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. **For confidential consideration, please apply directly with your resume or call Allysa Bayly. If you are already working with a recruiter from Robert Half, please contact him or her directly to expedite your candidacy for this role.** 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. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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) .