Description Robert Half is seeking a skilled Cost Accountant to support our manufacturing operations located in Albuquerque, NM. This position is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and production cost analysis, variance reporting, and inventory management, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data. Key Responsibilities: + Develop and maintain a cost accounting system to ensure accurate product costing. + Monitor, analyze, and report on standard vs. actual manufacturing costs; identify and explain variances by customer, part number, and production jobs. + Prepare daily/weekly and monthly production, variance, and gross margin reports as well as ad hoc analysis as required. + Support month-end and year-end closing processes with inventory analysis, journal entries, and supplemental reporting. + Update and maintain standard costs in the system, ensuring accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOMs). + Reconcile physical inventories and cycle counts, including periodic inventory reserve reviews. + Track and report departmental expenses, explaining variances to forecast and plan. + Support annual physical inventory counts and coordinate reconciliations with internal stakeholders. + Collaborate cross-functionally and work on special projects as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, cost accounting, and inventory management. + Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. + Effective communicator, able to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings clearly. + Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with large data sets is a plus. + Experience working with integrated ERP systems. + Self-motivated team player who also works effectively independently. + Ability to interpret data, analyze results, and deliver actionable recommendations. Requirements + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. + 3+ years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment. + Advanced Excel skills with the ability to work with large datasets is a plus. + Extensive, hands-on experience with integrated ERP systems. + Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP as it relates to manufacturing is required. 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .