Sr. Cost Accountant

DescriptionRobert Half Management Resources is looking for a highly experienced Cost Accountant to support one of our clients on an interim basis. This is a technically complex, hands-on role supporting advanced manufacturing cost accounting within Oracle Fusion, including consigned raw materials, routing and costing troubleshooting, overhead absorption, and establishment of accurate standards. The consultant will play a critical role in stabilizing and improving cost accuracy while partnering closely with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership.Responsibilities:- Perform and oversee product and job costing for manufactured building materials, including raw materials, labor, overhead, freight, WIP, and variances- Manage accounting and controls related to consigned raw materials, ensuring proper ownership recognition, usage tracking, valuation, and reconciliation within Oracle Fusion- Troubleshoot routing errors in Oracle Fusion impacting labor, machine time, and overhead absorption- Identify and resolve costing issues driven by BOM inaccuracies, routings, standards, or system configuration- Analyze and refine overhead allocation methodologies, absorption rates, and related variances- Establish, review, and maintain standard costs, including cost roll-ups, revaluations, and standard-setting processes- Perform detailed cost variance analysis (purchase price, usage, labor, overhead) and clearly communicate root causes and financial impact- Support month-end close activities related to inventory, consigned materials, WIP, and COGS- Reconcile complex inventory and manufacturing-related balance sheet accounts- Support and participate in physical inventory and cycle counts, including consigned inventory; investigate and resolve discrepancies- Partner closely with plant operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve cost accuracy, accountability, and process discipline- Support budgeting, forecasting, margin analysis, and ad hoc cost modeling as needed- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirements related to inventory and manufacturing costingRequirements- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field- 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a complex manufacturing environment, preferably building materials or construction products- Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion Manufacturing and Costing modules (required)- Demonstrated experience with consigned raw materials / vendor-owned inventory- Strong technical understanding of standard costing, routings, overhead absorption, inventory accounting, and COGS- Proven ability to diagnose and resolve system-driven costing and routing issues- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and reconcile large data sets- Ability to operate independently and deliver results in a plug-and-play contract roleRobert 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.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) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .