Job Description
Sr. Cost Accountant Robert Half - 3.9 New Orleans, LA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $38 - $45 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Financial forecasting Accounting systems Cost accounting analysis Preparation of internal financial performance reports Standard costing Management Data analysis reporting Bachelor's degree in finance Spreadsheets Balance sheet Managing budgets in an accounting role Cash flow monitoring NetSuite Contract performance monitoring Mid-level Trend analysis Finance Analysis skills Managing budgets in a finance role Accounts payable management Bachelor's degree Job order costing Financial records management Accounting experience within manufacturing industry Team training Managing accounting teams Payroll Project budget management Cost analysis report preparation Revenue recognition Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join a growing team in New Orleans, Louisiana in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, supporting project-based cost tracking, and providing insight into budgets, cash flow, and overall business performance. The role is primarily in person with a hybrid schedule option, requiring regular on-site presence multiple days each week in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Responsibilities:
Direct day-to-day accounting activities across payables, receivables, and general ledger functions to support reliable financial operations. Lead project financial tracking by managing job cost records, billing activity, and supporting schedules tied to revenue and contract performance. Complete recurring reconciliations for bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts, including operating, payroll, and project-related accounts. Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and evaluate results to identify trends, issues, and areas requiring follow-up. Build, update, and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections while reviewing variances against actual performance. Maintain cost and budget data within NetSuite and ensure financial information remains current, organized, and decision-ready. Record payroll-related journal entries for compensation, taxes, and benefits accruals with a high level of accuracy. Help maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax obligations and support timely filings and documentation. Provide guidance to accounting team members through training, oversight, and ongoing performance support. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred Demonstrated experience in cost accounting within manufacturing, fabrication, or other project-driven environments. Strong understanding of job costing, standard costing, cost analysis, and revenue recognition principles. Hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and variance review. Proficiency with financial systems such as NetSuite and advanced spreadsheet skills for analysis and reporting. Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. High attention to detail and strong analytical judgment for resolving financial discrepancies and improving reporting accuracy. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .
