Sr. Cost Accountant

Description

Robert Half Management Resources is looking for a Sr. Cost Accountant to join one of our clients on an interim basis. This contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate inventory valuation, supporting cost accounting activities, and ensuring alignment between operational and financial records. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting experience, sound analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee inventory valuation activities and ensure balances for raw materials, work in process, and finished goods are accurately reflected in the general ledger.

- Analyze discrepancies in inventory and costing data, identify root causes, and drive timely resolution across related systems and records.

- Contribute to month-end close by preparing inventory-related roll-forwards, evaluating reserves, and reviewing excess or obsolete stock exposures.

- Record and review journal entries tied to inventory accounting while producing reliable supporting schedules and reporting.

- Partner with operations and finance teams to support cycle counts, physical inventory events, and follow-up reconciliations.

- Strengthen accounting workflows and internal controls associated with inventory and costing, including support for system implementation activities.

- Provide cost analysis insights that help improve accuracy, reporting consistency, and financial visibility within the manufacturing environment.

Requirements - At least 7 years of experience in inventory accounting and cost accounting within a manufacturing setting.

- Demonstrated expertise in standard costing, cost analysis, and manufacturing cost accounting practices.

- Strong background in account reconciliations, variance investigation, and resolving inventory-related discrepancies.

- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manage and interpret detailed financial and operational data.

- Experience working independently while managing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

- Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems such as Dynamics; system implementation or integration exposure is an advantage.

- Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

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