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Robert Half
Sr. Cost Accountant
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What they do
A Cost Accountant analyzes the cost of company products or services, determines factors affecting costs, and makes recommendations for managing costs. Analyzes financial processes within a company or organization and develops internal cost reporting and accounting systems.
$88,209 / year median in Massachusetts
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Jobs › New Bedford, MA › Sr. Cost Accountant Robert Half Sr. Cost Accountant New Bedford, MA Apply Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support financial and operational analysis for a manufacturing environment in New Bedford, Massachusetts. This is a Contract position focused on strengthening cost reporting, inventory accuracy, and margin visibility while partnering with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting knowledge, sharp analytical ability, and a hands-on approach to improving cost insight and reporting quality.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver recurring gross margin reporting on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, highlighting trends and performance drivers.
- Establish and maintain standard costs for products by evaluating material, labor, and overhead components.
- Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing inventory balances, and assessing reserve needs for excess or obsolete stock.
- Investigate cost variances and present clear explanations to management to support informed business decisions.
- Produce detailed inventory and cost analyses to improve financial visibility across manufacturing operations.
- Examine margin and inventory reports, perform profitability studies, and identify areas requiring further financial review.
- Partner with internal teams, including IT, to address system-related issues and support enhancements affecting production, purchasing, receiving, and shipping processes.
- Prepare accurate inventory and gross margin schedules and ensure timely submission of reporting packages to leadership.
- Contribute to ad hoc analyses, cross-functional initiatives, and other assigned projects while following applicable safety and compliance standards. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing setting.
- Strong background in standard costing, cost analysis, and manufacturing cost accounting.
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and cost accounting standards.
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze large data sets and build meaningful reports.
- Experience working with business systems that support inventory, production, and financial reporting.
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.