Description Robert Half is supporting the recruiting efforts of a company in the manufacturing industry to find a Cost Accountant. This is a full time, permanent position in Mead. It is 5 days in office, hybrid after training, and is paying $85-100k. Additional information and job requirements are below. For a full job description with company information, and for immediate consideration, please email your resume to Morgan.Racicot(at symbol) roberthalf (dotcom) today … or your Robert Half recruiter if you have one Responsibilities:
Calculate and Analyze COGS: Track direct and indirect costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, to determine accurate Cost of Goods Sold.
Inventory Valuation: Ensure proper valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods using standard, FIFO, or weighted average costing methods.
Variance Analysis: Investigate cost variances between standard and actual costs, identifying inefficiencies and providing recommendations for cost control.
Financial Reporting & Reconciliations: Prepare COGS reports, reconcile inventory accounts, and support month-end and year-end closing processes.
Cost Reduction & Process Improvement: Work with production and procurement teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
Requirements
Keys:
Degree preferred, would consider associates
Manufacturing COGS work experience
Exposure to payroll or willing to learn it
ERP Experience – not just QuickBooks
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Full-time