Cost Accountant
Job in
Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas, 66045, USA
Listed on 2026-06-25
Listing for:
Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-06-25
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Cost Accountant, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who enjoys turning numbers into insights? We are seeking a Cost Accountant to join our manufacturing team and play a key role in analyzing product costs, improving margins and supporting smarter business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to work cross-functionally with operations, inventory and finance leaders in a fast-paced environment where your work will have a direct impact on performance.
If you enjoy digging into data, identifying trends and helping a business operate more efficiently, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
+ Analyze raw materials, labor and overhead costs to support accurate product costing
+ Maintain and update standard costs, bills of materials and inventory-related data
+ Monitor manufacturing variances and provide reporting on cost trends and performance
+ Assist with month-end close, inventory reconciliations and financial reporting activities
+ Partner with production, operations and supply chain teams to improve cost visibility
+ Support budgeting, forecasting and margin analysis
+ Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement and stronger controls
+ Help ensure accuracy in inventory valuation and manufacturing accounting processes
+ Assist with audits and provide documentation related to cost accounting and inventory
Requirements
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
+ 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or cost accounting
+ Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, standard costing and variance analysis
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Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
+ Solid analytical, problem-solving and organizational abilities
+ Strong communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams
+ Understanding of GAAP and internal controls preferred
What Makes This Opportunity Attractive
+ Opportunity to make a visible impact on plant and business performance
+ Collaborative environment with strong partnership across finance and operations
+ Exposure to key decision-makers and strategic initiatives
+ Stable, growth-oriented manufacturing organization
+ Chance to contribute to process improvement and operational efficiency
+ Competitive compensation and benefits package
+ Career growth potential within accounting and finance
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