Cost Accountant

Description Robert Half is looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our clients team. This role is pivotal in analyzing and managing manufacturing costs, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, and supporting environmental reporting initiatives. The ideal candidate will blend technical accounting expertise with leadership skills to drive cost efficiency and sustainability efforts within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: - Oversee and maintain the standard cost system, ensuring precise calculations for materials, labor, and overhead rates. - Analyze production costs and variances to identify trends and implement cost-saving measures. - Collaborate with engineering and production teams to evaluate materials, processes, and efficiency projects. - Perform inventory valuation and reconcile discrepancies between perpetual records and general ledger balances. - Provide detailed insights into product margins, manufacturing performance, and waste reduction for management. - Prepare and post journal entries related to manufacturing operations and cost allocations. - Conduct monthly reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of plant-level general ledger accounts. - Lead month-end and year-end closing processes for cost-related accounts and manufacturing operations. - Partner with Environmental, Health & Safety teams to analyze and report environmental data such as energy consumption and emissions. - Develop sustainability reports and track costs associated with recycling and energy efficiency programs. For immediate consideration please apply or contact directly Steve Fields at 919-787-8226 Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - Minimum of 3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment - Solid understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing processes. - Familiarity with ERP systems - Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices is preferred. 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 ( 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .