Planning, Costing and Productivity Accountant Job at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (Swindon, Salisbury, Bath)

Cost Accountant

The incumbent reports to Finance Manager. He/ She is responsible for standard co...

Location

Japan , Kofu, Yamanashi

Salary:

5000000.00 - 9000000.00 JPY / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

July 22, 2026

Requirements

Typically requires a minimum of 3 years related working experience, preferably in a multinational manufacturing organization or a trading company
Bachelors' Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics related discipline
Good knowledge of standard cost accounting theory, principles & practices
Knowledge of manufacturing processes is an advantage
Commute to work to Kofu at least 4 days a week

Job Responsibility

Standard costing activities related to company's costs system
Analysis of standard cost of the products and their respective contribution margins
Manage the preparation of cost accounting records and implement cost control procedures
Collaborate with different departments for costing related to support finance manager in cost control, planning, forecasting, reporting and product analysis

What we offer

Health insurance
Employee pension insurance
Employment insurance
Saturdays
Sundays
Holidays off

Fulltime

Cost Accountant

This role is central to supporting the financial health of our manufacturing ope...

Location

United States , Rhinelander

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
Knowledge of ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning systems
Profound understanding of various Accounting Functions
Familiarity with Budget Processes
Ability to handle and monitor Cash Activity
Strong background in Cost Accounting
Experience in Manufacturing Cost Accounting
Ability to calculate and interpret percentage (%) of completion

Job Responsibility

Partner across various departments, including finance, procurement, and operations, to spearhead cost-saving measures and refine business processes
Develop and maintain accurate standard cost models for manufacturing products
Provide expertise in Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting processes for Defense-related programs, as needed
Assess inventory levels, analyze turnover data, and recommend strategies to streamline inventory management and reduce waste
Stay informed about new industry practices, market trends, and regulatory updates impacting manufacturing and financial processes
Generate comprehensive reports on financial performance related to manufacturing, including forecasting, budgeting, cost variance analysis, and other metrics
Continuously assess processes to identify opportunities for cost reductions and efficiency improvements in manufacturing operations
Annually review and adjust standard labor rates to ensure precision in pricing, costing, and quoting activities
Evaluate and correct ERP system inputs as necessary to maintain data integrity. Areas of focus include coding errors, inventory usage, plant performance reporting, and vendor invoicing

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Cost Accounting Manager

The ideal candidate will possess 10+ years of corporate accounting experience, i...

Location

United States , Raleigh

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience in the field of cost accounting, preferably within the Health Pharm/Biotech industry
Proficient in Cost Accounting and Standard Costing practices
Demonstrated experience with Inventory Variance, Inventory Planning & Reporting
Deep understanding of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and Bill of Materials (BOM)
Ability to develop and manage Cost Models for diverse product lines
Expertise in Financial Reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Proven skills in Variance Analysis to identify cost drivers and suggest improvements
Experience in Budgeting and Forecasting to support strategic decision-making
Proficiency in using SAP for accounting and financial management purposes

Job Responsibility

Oversee the accurate determination of production costs associated with subcontracting
Serve as a liaison with procurement and accounting department operations teams to gather relevant cost data for correct reporting
Develop and maintain detailed product costing systems, including material costs, labor rates, and overhead allocations
Support in the creation of cost sheets and financial models for product costing
Lead cost analysis and control processes for operational departments, ensuring all cost categories are tracked, reported, and optimized
Collaborate with procurement and production teams to review and update cost structures, ensuring consistency across business units
Oversee the integration of the costing system for the acquisition of target products, merging costing models, budgeting, and financial reporting systems
Conduct variance analysis by comparing actual costs with budgeted figures, identifying deviations, and providing insights to senior management
Work with IT and finance teams to ensure the successful migration of costing data and systems following a merger
Prepare detailed cost reports for senior management, highlighting key trends, potential savings, and areas for improvement

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Cost Accounting Manager

We are in search of a Cost Accounting Manager to augment our team in the manufac...

Location

United States , Waukesha

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
Experience with ADP - Financial Services
Knowledge of Crystal Reports
Familiarity with Epicor
Proficiency in ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
Understanding of Accounting Functions
Experience with Accounts Payable (AP)
Auditing skills
Familiarity with Budget Processes
Expertise in Cost Accounting

Job Responsibility

Oversee the financial costing derived from engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Take charge of the standard costing for equipment and service component inventory
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Engineering teams to implement cost reduction strategies
Work closely with SIOP, Product Line, and Engineering teams to minimize obsolete or slow-moving parts
Spearhead the monthly closing process for inventory
Execute the quarterly and annual inventory revaluations and record them accurately
Contribute to managing the Inventory count process
Investigate variances, including purchase price variance and production variances
Evaluate earned hours and efficiency reports
Direct the annual standard cost roll

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Cost Accounting Manager

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Cost Accounting Manager at our Lak...

Location

United States , Lake Forest

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 7 years of experience in the field of cost accounting
Proficiency with Accounting Software Systems
Experience working with ADP - Financial Services
Proficient in using Crystal Reports
Familiarity with Epicor
Experience with ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
Knowledge of various accounting functions
Experience overseeing accounts payable (AP)
Proven auditing skills
Familiarity with budget processes

Job Responsibility

Maintain fiscal records in accordance with GAAP, with a focus on transactions such as cash, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, inventory, fixed assets, and accruals
Regularly update standard costs and work in collaboration with Engineering, Customer Service, and Production to understand and validate the standard cost of each part
Generate weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports and present them to plant leadership and the Corporate Finance team
Monitor key financial metrics, including EBITDA, operating cash flow, and other KPIs, and use this information to make accurate forecasts and decisions to maximize profitability
Prepare and/or approve the business case for capital investments and manage the capital budget
Use the Epicor (ERP) system to record accounting transactions and provide financial support to other members of the Management team to assist them in their decision-making processes
Analyze manufacturing variances and job profitability, and adjust to improve financial accuracy
Use Accounting Software Systems, ADP - Financial Services, Crystal Reports, Epicor, ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), Auditing, Budget Processes, Cost Accounting, and Annual Standard Cost skills to fulfill job responsibilities.

What we offer

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

Cost Accountant

The primary function of this role is to work closely with plant and department m...

Location

United States , Franklin

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of three years of experience in a cost accounting role
Excellent mathematical skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial regulations
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with both plant and department managers
Generate various reports as needed for all finance leadership
Calculate daily CPUs and efficiency reports
Develop a weekly trending variance analysis
Collaborate with engineering to create a user-friendly daily plant dashboard
Lead the annual AOP and periodic forecast updates
Work with department managers to create budgets
Regularly prepare production and general plant performance reports
Lead the yearly Standard Cost Roll
Ensure accurate, fully costed BOMs

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Controller

Manufacturing company in the New Britain area is looking for a Controller respon...

Location

United States , New Britain

Salary:

135000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS in Accounting / Finance
MBA highly preferred
5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
strong Cost Accounting experience
ability to analyze complex financial information
previous ERP system implementation experience highly preferred

Job Responsibility

Responsible for month end closing processes and financial reporting
prepare monthly forecasts
ensure P&L accuracy through variance review and account reconciliations
prepare and analyze inventory valuation reports on a monthly basis
responsible for planning, budgeting, and performance reporting of production activities
manage and support annual external audit requests
analyze transactional costing data monthly to ensure data integrity
ensure compliance with miscellaneous activities/requests including quarterly estimated income tax payments, property tax return, sales and use tax return, 1099’s
maintain capital plan budget to actual results
analyze labor and overhead absorption to ensure overhead rates are accurate

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

We are in search of an Accounting Manager/Supervisor for our manufacturing facil...

Location

United States , Otsego

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems and ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
Experience in managing Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR)
Familiarity with Auditing, Billing Functions, and Cost Accounting
Possess at least 3 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role within the accounting sector of the manufacturing industry
Proficient in using accounting software systems
Knowledge and experience in ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
Capable of managing all accounting functions including but not limited to financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
Proficiency in auditing and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards
Capable of managing billing functions effectively and efficiently

Job Responsibility

Direct and manage administrative tasks within the manufacturing facility
Oversee the processing of receipts and invoices, handling any invoice exceptions and tracking freight receivers for AP processing
Contribute to month-end closing activities, including the maintenance and filing of financial documentation
Maintain and update accrual rebuild reporting to ensure timely resolution of AP processing and correct reporting
Execute General Ledger entries and balances related to miscellaneous inventory management
Prepare, coordinate, and execute cycle counts and physical inventory
close inventory, including the review of pending transactions
Provide support for payroll processing activities
Generate analysis reports for management regarding various cost, efficiency, and inventory trends
Manage the cost accounting system to ensure accurate costing of products including inventory and resource usage rates

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Planning, Costing and Productivity Accountant

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location:
United Kingdom , Swindon, Salisbury, Bath

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

Expiration:
March 29, 2026

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