Description
Robert Half is looking for a Cost Accountant in the greater Jasper, IN market. As a Senior Cost Accountant, you will play a critical role in managing and maintaining accurate cost accounting systems, overseeing WIP, and analyzing inventory for the manufacturing leadership team. You will contribute to improving financial decision-making by developing reports and providing insights into production costs, overheads, and profitability. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze manufacturing costs, including material, labor, and overhead, to ensure accurate reporting and support decision-making processes.
Manage inventory accounting, including tracking WIP, finished goods, and raw materials to ensure accurate valuation and reporting.
Prepare, review, and reconcile standard and actual costing variances; recommend corrective actions for discrepancies.
Oversee and improve cost allocation processes for enhanced operational efficiency and budget management.
Partner with operations, production, and procurement teams to optimize inventory management and improve cost control.
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing tasks related to cost accounting, including journal entries and reconciliations.
Conduct ad-hoc financial and operational analyses to identify opportunities for cost reductions and process improvements.
Maintain compliance with GAAP standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3+ years of cost accounting experience, with a focus on manufacturing and inventory/WIP management.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles, particularly within manufacturing environments.
Proficiency in ERP and accounting software, such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including experience with pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas.
Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process optimization.
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.
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