Description We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Farmington Hills, Michigan. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting audits and reporting activities. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical abilities and a passion for accuracy. Responsibilities: • Assist with monthly financial close processes and consolidate subsidiary financial information into corporate reports. • Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate quarterly and annual audits. • Ensure daily compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. • Set and monitor standard costs for subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and consistency. • Support the Accounting Manager with various accounting tasks and provide guidance to operational teams. • Review and analyze job expenses, work-in-process, inventory counts, and percentage completion on a weekly basis. • Coordinate job costing and closures between accounting and operations teams to maintain financial integrity. • Prepare monthly inventory and job reports for integration into consolidated financial statements. • Participate in annual budgeting processes and contribute to fiscal planning. • Support external audits by providing necessary documentation and ensuring adherence to financial standards. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Proficiency in accounting software, preferably Epicor, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. • Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and financial analysis. • Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial or project analysis roles. • Exceptional data management and analytical skills. • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Familiarity with accounting databases and tools, with a commitment to 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 (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) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .