Description We are in search of a Sr. Cost Accountant to become part of our team in the manufacturing industry, based in Los Angeles, California. This role involves comprehensive management of cost accounting processes, reconciliation of inventories, and collaboration with various teams to ensure efficient operation. Responsibilities: • Oversee the month-end closing procedures for cost accounting, which includes drafting journal entries and reconciling accounts. • Collaborate with the supply chain team to identify and rectify discrepancies between the ERP system and the supplier's system. • Lead review meetings with Product Managers to manage and analyze Excess & Obsolete (E& O) inventory, along with recording E& O reserves. • Ensure inventory discrepancies identified during cycle count adjustments are appropriately addressed and updated in the system. • Conduct analysis for tariffs, freight, and duties, and book appropriate reserves. • Analyze manufacturing variances and book the necessary adjustments. • Maintain and manage the standard cost system. • Approve Product Change Requests after thorough review. • Monitor the item master for cost fluctuations due to updated BOM. • Evaluate incurred costs against earned absorption to identify risks/opportunities by product lines. • Coordinate with the Inventory Manager and lead the finance-side efforts for the annual physical inventory. • Collaborate with the Quality Control team to review customer warranty contracts. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Cost Accounting role within the manufacturing industry • Proficiency in carrying out all Accounting Functions • Extensive experience in Auditing • Familiarity with Budget Processes, including planning, organizing, and managing resources • Ability to handle Cash Activity, including monitoring, recording, and assessing financial transactions • Experience with Standard Cost Accounting, including recording costs associated with inventory production • Proficiency in managing and maintaining the General Ledger • Ability to ensure Adequate Inventory levels to meet production demands • Experience in managing WIP - Work In Progress, including tracking and controlling unfinished goods in the production process 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) .