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Robert Half Cost Accountant in Georgetown, Texas
Description
Robert Half is currently working with a client seeking a cost accountant. The Cost Accountant is a critical role responsible for the ongoing analysis of product cost, development of new product cost and margin analysis. This role will also work closely with the sales teams and senior financial management team to establish customer pricing. If you are a talented Cost Accountant looking for a position with a company experiencing substantial growth, this may be the role for you.
What you get to do every single day
Assemble reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services
Execute standardized costing methodology for all domestic plants
Assist in audits and general ledger preparation
Plan projects and collect data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor usage, waste
Create and manage the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization
Prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs and analyze manufacturing costs
Perform variance analysis such as Purchase Price to Cost variance, cost revaluation, Invoice to PO price variances and work order variances
Log a detailed record of collected data
Analyze and recommend costs and cost savings
Maintain the cycle count program and take physical inventory
Make estimates of new and proposed product costs
Review changes in goods or services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost
Abide by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements
Requirements
BA/BS in Accounting, CPA credentials are preferred
Aptitude for analyzing financial data and generating accurate reports in a timely manner
Excellent analytical skills
Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills required
-Strong computer skills required, including Microsoft Excel and Word skills
Understanding GAAP and cost accounting policies and procedure
2+ years of cost accounting work experience
Detail oriented, ability to multi-task and work independently
Demonstrated experience with one or more ERP systems
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