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Cost Accountant
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Robert Half
Sausalito, CA (In Person)
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Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Fairfield, California. This role supports core inventory and cost accounting activities, including monthly close, reconciliations, variance review, and reporting within a manufacturing environment. The position works closely with operational partners across the business and reports to the Director of Cost Accounting. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, adapts well to changing priorities, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced setting.
Responsibilities:
- Support monthly cost accounting and inventory close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure timely completion of reporting tasks.
- Maintain accurate product and inventory costing records within the ERP system, including updates to relevant item and cost structures.
- Review production and inventory transactions to confirm data completeness, identify discrepancies, and help resolve issues affecting financial accuracy.
- Analyze manufacturing and inventory variances, investigate unusual cost movements, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
- Prepare general ledger reconciliations related to inventory, costing, and associated balance sheet accounts.
- Assist in managing inventory reserve activities, including excess and obsolete stock analysis and write-off support.
- Record and process inventory cost adjustments as needed to reflect operational and financial updates.
- Contribute to audit readiness by preparing schedules, compiling support documentation, and responding to information requests.
- Develop ad hoc analyses and reports to support decision-making across finance and operations.