• Senior Cost Accountant

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Cincinnati, OH)


    Description

    Robert Half is looking for a senior cost accountant for a growing Cincinnati based company. The senior cost accountant is responsible for the month-end close entries and reporting related to COGS and inventory. Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs. . The senior cost accountants core responsibilities are below. For immediate consideration please contact Jarrod Moon at (859)229-3603.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    1). Perform month end closing entries and reporting related to COGS and inventory

     

    2). Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs

     

    3). Provide analysis of actuals against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods for COGS and inventory

     

    4). Work closely with operations and supply chain to provide cost insights and support process and efficiency improvements

     

    5). Report on overhead expenses, scrap, waste & inventory valuation

     

    6). Prepare annual compilation of manufacturing budget and review of standard costs

     

    7). Maintain and monitor standard costs for components and sub-assemblies

     

    Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

     

    • Strong expertise in manufacturing cost analysis and standard cost accounting.

    • Proficiency in SAP systems, including SAP S/4HANA and SAP Fiori.

    • Demonstrated ability to manage annual inventory and physical inventory processes.

    • Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable recommendations.

    • Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

    • Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

     

    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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    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.

     

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