Cost Accountant

Robert Half • Raymond, ME • 3d ago

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support accurate product costing and financial analysis for manufacturing operations in Raymond, Maine area. This role focuses on evaluating cost performance, maintaining reliable standard costing data, and helping business leaders understand production-related financial results. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a solid grasp of manufacturing cost structures, and the ability to translate data into practical recommendations.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and maintain product cost records to ensure accurate reporting of material, labor, and overhead expenses.

Analyze manufacturing spending and cost trends to identify variances, explain results, and support operational decision-making.

Manage standard costing activities, including reviewing assumptions, updating cost models, and validating cost accuracy.

Partner with production, supply chain, and finance teams to improve visibility into inventory values and cost drivers.

Assist with month-end closing tasks related to inventory, cost allocations, and manufacturing financial reporting.

Review cost data for accuracy and completeness while strengthening controls around costing and related transactions.

Develop recurring reports and ad hoc analyses that help leadership evaluate margins, efficiency, and overall plant performance.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of standard costing principles and cost analysis methods.

Ability to interpret production data and connect operational activity to financial outcomes.

Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting or ERP systems used for cost reporting.

Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Effective communication skills with the ability to work across finance and operations teams.

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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