Description Key Responsibilities: Accounting Operations: + Perform journal entries, account reconciliations, and account analysis as part of the month-end close process. + Analyze and calculate inventory, ensuring accurate reporting and tracking. + Prepare and maintain financial spreadsheets for detailed analysis and reporting. Cost Accounting: + Develop and maintain cost accounting systems to track manufacturing costs and provide insights for process improvement. + Analyze production costs, including labor, material, and overhead, to ensure accuracy and identify areas for efficiency. + Collaborate with operations to develop cost standards and budgets and monitor variances. + Generate cost reports to support management decision-making and profitability analysis. Insurance Claims and Workers' Compensation: + Manage insurance claims related to property damage, liability, and other business needs, ensuring timely reporting and resolution. + Oversee workers' compensation claims, working closely with HR and external partners to ensure compliance and effective claim management. + Monitor trends and provide insights to mitigate risks and improve safety measures. Financial Management: + Collaborate with the Director of Finance to assist with corporate tax planning and compliance. + Support preparation and review of annual financial statements for external CPAs and interim financial reports for lenders, creditors, and insurers. + Assist in contract administration for large equipment purchases. Proactive Solutions: + Identify areas for operational improvement and streamline accounting and insurance processes. + Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial efficiency, safety, and compliance. Team Collaboration: + Work closely with the human resources department on cross-functional projects related to employee policies and compliance. + Coordinate with safety and transportation teams to monitor and resolve compliance issues. Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required). + 5+ years of experience in accounting operations, including cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment. + Strong knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliation, and inventory analysis. + Experience managing insurance claims and workers' compensation processes. + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software and ERP systems. + Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. + Proven ability to work independently and proactively address challenges. Requirements Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required). + 5+ years of experience in accounting operations, including cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment. + Strong knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliation, and inventory analysis. + Experience managing insurance claims and workers' compensation processes. + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software and ERP systems. + Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. + Proven ability to work independently and proactively address challenges. TalentMatch® ­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. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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) .