Cost Accountant

Robert Half • Santa Rosa, CA • 14h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Santa Rosa, California. In this role, you will play a key part in managing product cost bases, ensuring accurate inventory valuation, and supporting financial processes within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This position requires strong analytical skills, familiarity with absorption costing techniques, and a proven ability to contribute to month-end close processes, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities:

Oversee month-end closing activities and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Update and investigate standard costs to maintain precise cost records.

Analyze manufacturing variances and provide actionable insights to improve operational efficiency.

Monitor inventory levels and participate in physical inventory counts to ensure records align with actual stock.

Perform sales and margin analysis along with other financial evaluations to support decision-making.

Maintain detailed documentation to ensure compliance with audit requirements and Sarbanes-Oxley standards.

Collaborate with internal and external auditors to address compliance and operational needs.

Support the development and submission of operating plans, budgets, and monthly forecasts.

Collect and analyze data related to costs of business activities, including material purchases, inventory, and labor.

Ensure accurate classification of expenses in adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

Proficiency with accounting systems such as SAP or OneStream is highly desirable.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Familiarity with inventory accounting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools.

Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices and compliance standards.

Self-motivated and capable of working independently while contributing to team goals.

For immediate consideration, please call Amanda Howell at 707-578-3355.

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.

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