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Sr. Cost Accountant

$55 - $65 per hour

Robert Half

Job Description

Job Description

Our food manufacturing client is looking for an interim Sr. Cost Accountant in Pleasanton, California. This opportunity is ideal for someone in finance who brings strong expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, inventory analysis, and month-end financial activities. The role will partner closely with the controller to strengthen reporting accuracy, improve financial processes, and deliver meaningful operational insight through data-driven analysis. This role requires onsite work in Pleasanton 4 days per week and is expected to pay between $55/hr. and $65/hr. DOE.

Responsibilities:

• Lead core cost accounting activities, including product cost review, margin analysis, and tracking of manufacturing expenses

• Prepare recurring financial analyses and performance metrics that help leadership evaluate operational and cost trends

• Support month-end close by completing accounting tasks accurately and on schedule, with attention to reconciliations and reporting detail

• Work alongside the controller on general accounting priorities and provide additional support across financial operations as needed

• Analyze variances between actual and expected results, identify key drivers, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders

• Maintain roll-forward schedules and other supporting documentation to ensure consistency in account activity reporting

• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner to preserve financial accuracy

• 5-7 years of accounting experience, with a strong foundation in cost accounting and financial analysis

• Background in manufacturing, food production, or food and beverage environments is required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• Demonstrated skill in cost analysis, inventory-related accounting, and variance reporting

• Experience supporting month-end close and preparing reconciliations and account roll-forwards

• Proficiency with Sage X3 and intermediate to advanced Excel capabilities

• Familiarity with reporting and visualization platforms such as Power BI or Tableau

• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and enhance system-based financial workflows

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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