Cost Accountant

Robert Half • Cary, NC • 2d ago

Description

Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our clients team. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining accurate cost data, preparing financial analyses, and supporting leadership with actionable insights. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the financial success of our organization.

Responsibilities:

Maintain and update current and budget costing within Microsoft Dynamics Finance and Operations system.

Create and analyze monthly cost models to support financial projections, budgeting, and significant sales opportunities.

Prepare and deliver cost analysis reports to leadership, highlighting key insights.

Allocate costs efficiently and ensure proper documentation is in place.

Reconcile accounts related to freight, duty, revaluation, and production variances during month-end closing, including preparing journal entries as needed.

Monitor and track overhead costs for areas such as freight, asset recovery, waste, and inventory write-offs.

Report on significant cost changes and summarize their financial impacts.

Develop net present value (NPV) models for large-scale projects to aid in evaluations.

Assist with annual audits by providing necessary financial data and documentation.

Review variances periodically, offering feedback for improved forecasting and identifying opportunities for process and system enhancements.

For immediate attention please contact Steve Fields at 919-787-8226.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required.

Minimum of 2 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel.

Familiarity with concepts such as Work In Progress (WIP), cost models, and cost of goods sold (COGS) is highly preferred.

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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