Senior Accountant/Cost Accounting Manager/Asst. Controller

Robert Half • Elkhart Lake, WI • 10h ago

Description

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our manufacturing team in the greater Plymouth, Wisconsin area. In this critical role, you will oversee accounting operations, with a strong focus on cost accounting and financial reporting. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with leadership and contribute to the financial accuracy and operational efficiency of the organization.

For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless.

Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring accurate and timely monthly closings.

Prepare, review, and post journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals with precision.

Oversee inventory and cost balances while investigating and addressing any discrepancies.

Provide functional oversight for accounts payable and accounts receivable activities carried out by the accounting team.

Collaborate with operations to refine labor routings, work centers, and overhead cost drivers.

Develop and refine standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead to improve cost visibility.

Generate detailed margin and cost reports for products, product families, and jobs.

Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparations.

Document and enhance accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen cost reporting and operational insights.

Requirements - A minimum of 5-8 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, including standard costing, inventory management, and variance analysis.

Proficiency in ERP systems, with experience in NetSuite being highly preferable.

Advanced skills in Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Demonstrated ability to manage month-end close activities and prepare financial statements.

Exceptional organizational and detail-oriented skills to handle complex accounting tasks.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide functional direction to accounting staff.

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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