Cost & Inventory Manager Job at Robert Half (Mountain View)

Cost & Inventory Manager

We are looking for an experienced Inventory expert to join our team in Waterloo,...

Location

United States , Waterloo

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience in inventory accounting and control processes
Proven track record in managing inventory system implementations or data migration projects
Familiarity with Brightree is highly preferred, with the ability to learn quickly if not experienced
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including handling and analyzing large datasets
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment

Job Responsibility

Oversee the migration of inventory tracking processes into Brightree, ensuring seamless integration and data accuracy
Analyze, validate, and clean existing inventory data for effective system implementation
Develop and enforce robust inventory control procedures to maintain data integrity
Reconcile inventory discrepancies and address issues promptly to ensure smooth operations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align accounting and inventory workflows
Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency within Brightree
Ensure Brightree is fully utilized for inventory management by the end of the project timeline
Provide guidance and expertise during system transitions to drive successful outcomes
Monitor and report on inventory metrics to support organizational goals

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Contract Cost & Inventory Manager

We are looking for a Contract Cost & Inventory Manager to lead critical cost and...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of experience in cost accounting and inventory accounting, including leadership responsibility in complex operating environments.
Strong expertise in standard costing, inventory valuation, landed cost accounting, variance analysis, and reconciliation across the full inventory lifecycle.
Background working in retail, apparel, e-commerce, consumer products, or similarly fast-moving inventory-driven businesses.
Experience supporting multi-entity or international operations with cross-border inventory movement and global supply chain accounting considerations.
Advanced ERP proficiency required, with NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
High-level Excel and analytical skills, including the ability to work with large datasets, build financial models, and improve reporting efficiency.
Demonstrated success leading and developing teams while collaborating effectively with cross-functional business partners.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA or CMA designation is preferred.

Job Responsibility

Direct the company’s standard costing framework, maintaining reliable cost structures, governance practices, and data accuracy across product lines.
Oversee inventory accounting for raw materials, work in process, finished goods, retail stock, and goods in transit, including proper treatment of landed costs across international operations.
Analyze production, freight, and cost variances to provide leadership with clear insight into margin performance, cost absorption, and working capital trends.
Administer inventory reserve processes and reinforce controls related to excess, slow-moving, and obsolete stock.
Lead month-end activities tied to cost and inventory accounting, including journal entries, subledger-to-general-ledger reconciliations, reporting support, and account fluctuation analysis.
Contribute to the broader close process by helping ensure financial results are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.
Act as the primary accounting contact for external auditors on matters involving inventory balances, costing, and related financial controls.
Improve costing and inventory workflows by reducing manual effort, expanding system capabilities, and developing reporting tools and performance dashboards, with NetSuite optimization as a key area of focus.
Partner with supply chain, production, planning, FP&A, and distribution teams while mentoring accounting staff and building scalable processes to support growth and evolving distribution models.

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Sr. Manager, Cost Accounting

The Senior Manager, Cost Accounting is responsible for leading the organization'...

Location

United States , West Palm Beach

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience
or Graduate degree with a minimum of 10 years of related experience
or Equivalent professional experience (16+ years) in lieu of a degree.

Job Responsibility

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of cost accounting professionals and analysts
Oversee standard costing frameworks, inventory valuation, and variance analysis to ensure accuracy and consistency across the business
Ensure cost accounting processes, models, and systems are properly designed, maintained, and controlled
Direct revenue recognition assessments in alignment with ASC 606 requirements
Manage the preparation and analysis of standard costs, production variances, and inventory balances
Provide timely and reliable cost data to support pricing strategies, government contract proposals, forecasting, and financial planning
Ensure compliance with internal policies, U.S. GAAP, and relevant federal regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), as applicable
Lead monthly and quarterly close activities related to cost accounting, including inventory and contract balance sheet reconciliations
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Finance to support business initiatives, cost optimization efforts, and process improvements
Prepare and review intercompany billings, labor cost corrections, journal entries, and inventory transactions

Standardized Cost Manager

Our client, a growing healthcare manufacturing organization, is seeking a highly...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

130000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Year

Solomon Page

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field required
5+ years of experience within standard cost accounting or standardized costing functions in a manufacturing environment
Healthcare manufacturing, medical device, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Strong expertise in standard costing methodologies, BOM structures, routings, and manufacturing variance analysis
SAP experience highly preferred
Experience managing large-scale cost roll-ups and ERP master data maintenance
Strong understanding of inventory accounting and high-volume manufacturing operations
Advanced Excel and ERP systems experience required
Ability to build processes and drive operational improvements in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across both finance and operations teams

Job Responsibility

Own and manage the company's standardized costing function across manufacturing operations
Establish, maintain, and update standard costs for materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead
Build and implement scalable standardized costing processes and procedures from the ground up
Lead mass cost roll-ups and costing updates within the ERP system, preferably SAP
Maintain integrity of system master data including Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, labor standards, and cost drivers
Develop standardized cost benchmarks to support inventory valuation, pricing, forecasting, and operational planning
Analyze and report on manufacturing variances including material, labor, overhead, purchase price, yield, and production variances
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, and Finance to improve costing accuracy and manufacturing efficiency
Transition highly manual costing processes into more automated and system-driven workflows
Support inventory management initiatives including cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and reserve analysis

What we offer

Relocation assistance

Fulltime

Manager, Inventory Accounting

The Manager of Inventory Accounting at Crocs, Inc. is responsible for inventory ...

Location

United States , Broomfield

Salary:

115000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Year

Crocs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or a related field
MBA or CPA preferred
5+ years of demonstrated experience in Accounting functions, with a strong focus on process improvement, with 2+ years of people leadership
Strong hands-on knowledge of ERP systems
primarily SAP is required
Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of management
Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze large, high-volume datasets

Job Responsibility

Own global inventory accounting end-to-end, including standard costing, inventory valuation, reserves, and cost of goods sold
Lead close processes (monthly, quarterly, and year-end) including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, inventory subledger tie-outs, and flux/variance analysis
Ensure accuracy of inventory balances by partnering with Supply Chain and Inventory Control to validate inventory movements, adjustments, reserves, and supporting documentation
Maintain and enhance standard costing for global products, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with financial reporting requirements
Drive process improvement and transformation by optimizing inventory accounting workflows, supporting automation and system changes, and enabling new initiatives (e.g. product launches) with appropriate accounting treatment and controls
Maintain policies, procedures, and controls by documenting processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting accounting treatment and controls
Prepare and support audit documentation and external audit requests
Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Inventory Control, Tax, Supply Chain, IT, and Retail/Ecommerce Operations to ensure accurate accounting and reporting
Develop and support team capability by contributing to training, coaching, and performance management of accounting team members

What we offer

medical, dental, and vision coverage
life and AD&D
short and long-term disability coverage
paid time off
employee assistance
participation in a 401k program that includes company match

Fulltime

Inventory Manager

The Inventory Manager is accountable for the Market Center’s product inventory, ...

Location

United States , Phoenix

Salary:

Not provided

Aramark

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in warehouse or related operations
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Requires tact and courtesy dealing with internal and external contacts
Excellent teamwork, problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to learn recent technologies
Basic Microsoft Excel knowledge
Communication skills including verbal, written, and the ability to connect with a wide range of people and behavior styles
Must be physically able to lift, lower, push and pull objects up to 50 lb. unassisted

Job Responsibility

Achieves financial objectives by participating in budget process, managing key metrics, identifying opportunities, and developing action plans for improvement
Procures products by setting a purchasing schedule, coordinating with vendors, and using the warehouse ordering tool to create purchase orders
Maintains the warehouse system to reflect accurate par levels of product, inventory level and accurate product master set-up
Implements food safety requirements through First-in, First-out (FIFO) product rotation, managing date codes, and ensuring temperature requirements are met
Controls inventory levels and product costs by coordinating/conducting weekly physical counts and working closely with the Finance Manager to resolve inventory overages and shortages
Optimizes inventory by analyzing trends, and improving product days-on-hand, client fill rate metrics, and other key product metrics
Communicates with affected managers and front-line personnel regarding any voids, delays or other product changes that may affect client delivery as well as discussing alternative product needs where required to meet client demand
Communicates with vendors as needed to ensure timely delivery of ordered products and equipment
Leads warehouse workforce that receives, stocks, rotates, and pulls product and ensures that work is completed using safe practices
Participates in the hiring process for the warehouse team

Fulltime

Inventory & Cost Accountant

Brevard County company is looking for an Inventory & Cost Accountant. The compan...

Location

United States , Rockledge

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of experience
Analytical problem solving skills
Collaboration/Teamwork – build relationships across departments

Job Responsibility

Manage the end-to-end inventory accounting process for Raw Materials, Work-in-Process (WIP), and Finished Goods
Execute monthly inventory reconciliations between the sub-ledger and the general ledger to ensure precision and integrity
Analyze and report on manufacturing variances, including Material Usage, Labor Efficiency, and Overhead Absorption
Maintain fixed asset records and ensure capital spending adheres to corporate policies and GAAP standards
Guarantee the meticulous logging of all capital expenditure requests, including formal approvals
Collaborate with production teams on inventory control, cycle counting, and the identification of excess or obsolete (E&O) stock
Execute monthly financial closing processes by preparing statements, reports, and journal entries related to inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS)
Identify and resolve accounting variations, audit discrepancies, and inventory valuation issues

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
free online training

Fulltime

Cost Manager

Location

United States , Woburn

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in manufacturing cost accounting with strong knowledge of standard costing principles
Hands-on background in inventory analysis, reconciliation, and annual physical inventory oversight
Ability to manage close activities, prepare journal entries, and analyze inventory-related financial results
Experience evaluating inventory reserves, including excess and obsolete inventory considerations
Strong understanding of internal controls, audit support, and accounting policy compliance
Proven ability to partner effectively with Operations and Supply Chain in a manufacturing environment
Skilled in cost analysis, margin review, budgeting, and forecasting support

Job Responsibility

Lead month-end and quarter-end manufacturing cost accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate financial close results
Prepare and review inventory reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting analysis related to inventory balances, including in-service merchandise and amortization activity
Direct cycle count and physical inventory programs in coordination with Operations to promote accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal controls
Establish and apply enhanced product costing standards that align with corporate accounting policies and drive consistency across the organization
Assess inventory reserve requirements, including excess and obsolete stock, in partnership with Supply Chain leadership
Strengthen and monitor internal control execution while identifying opportunities to improve cost and inventory processes, including support for new system-related workflows
Coordinate cost and inventory support for quarterly reviews and annual audits, responding to documentation requests and resolving follow-up items
Drive product cost planning, margin analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities to support financial performance management
Provide analytical insight to Operations and Supply Chain teams to uncover efficiencies, improve decision-making, and support profitability initiatives
Supervise and develop the cost accounting team while leading ad hoc analysis and special projects as business needs arise

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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