Description Robert Half is currently working with a dynamic client seeking a cost accountant. The Cost Accountant is a critical role responsible for the ongoing analysis of product cost, development of new product cost and margin analysis. This role will also work closely with the sales teams and senior financial management team to establish customer pricing. If you are a talented Cost Accountant looking for a position with a company experiencing substantial growth, this may be the role for you.

　　Responsibilities

　　Design a cost accounting system, and manage the documents and records of the organization- Generate reports comparing production costs to standard costs and analyze manufacturing costs

　　Interpret data collected and record detailed results

　　Assemble reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services

　　Make estimates of new and proposed product costs

　　Determine any changes in cost by analyzing any changes in services or goods provided

　　Analyze costs and recommend cost savings

　　Generate financial statements that comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

　　Perform internal cost audits

　　Collect data and plan projects to decide costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor usage, waste

　　Conduct variance analysis such as Purchase Price to Cost variance, cost revaluation, Invoice to PO price variances and work order variances

　　Assist in audits and general ledger preparation

　　Maintain the cycle count program and take physical inventory

　　Put into action a standard costing methodology for domestic plants Requirements - Proficient at analyzing financial data and promptly creating accurate reports

　　Prior experience utilizing cost management methodologies, activities, and cost pools based on direct and indirect cost rates

　　Very detail oriented and expert analytical thinking skills

　　2 years of Cost Accounting work experience

　　Attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement

　　Bachelors degree in accounting or related field

　　Knowledge of organizational accounting concepts

　　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.

　　© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .