Cost Accountant

Robert Half • Addison, TX • 11h ago

Description

Our client is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant who will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of inventory-related financials. This role oversees all aspects of inventory accounting, including valuation, reconciliation, reporting, and internal controls, while serving as a strategic partner to finance, supply chain, and production teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, deep expertise in inventory and cost accounting, and the ability to drive process improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Maintain the cost accounting system, including oversight of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) activities; prepare and deliver monthly inventory and COGS reporting.

Prepare and record journal entries; maintain general ledger, cost centers, and internal order structures in SAP.

Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations and resolve outstanding issues.

Develop and distribute routine and ad hoc financial reports and analyses, leveraging advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.

Assist in calculating Excess & Obsolete (E& O) reserves; communicate with operations teams to manage inventory turnover effectively.

Calculate and maintain reserves for market withdrawals, recalls, and other field actions.

Update and analyze standard costs; investigate variances between standard and actual costs (e.g., purchase price and absorption variances).

Interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to management.

Support annual budget preparation for production, COGS, inventory, and reserves.

Assist with monthly forecasting of COGS and E& O reserves.

Prepare schedules and documentation for annual audits and tax filings.

Document accounting processes and ensure accuracy of procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

5+ years of progressive accounting experience

2 years of inventory or cost accounting experience

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with SAP preferred.

Strong understanding of inventory valuation methods

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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