Sr. Cost Accountant
Company: Robert Half
Location: Dayton
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description *For more information, contact
Jason Young @ jason.young@roberthalf.c0m or 937/637-7759* Due to
growth, our client, a leading manufacturing company who has been in
business for over 90 years is seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant. The
Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for maintaining and improving
standard costing processes within a manufacturing environment. This
role supports financial accuracy through inventory analysis, cost
rollups, and collaboration with operations to ensure reliable
product costing and inventory controls. The position plays a key
role in monthly close and ongoing cost and inventory management.
Key Responsibilities Maintain and update standard costs, including
material, labor, and overhead rates. Perform and manage cost
rollups within NetSuite to ensure accurate product costing. Develop
and support annual standard cost processes and updates. Reconcile
monthly inventory balances and investigate variances. Participate
in and oversee cycle counting programs and physical inventory
counts. Audit inventory counts and implements corrective actions as
needed. Analyze inventory and production variances and provide
recommendations for improvement. Assist with month-end close
activities, including preparation of journal entries and account
reconciliations. Partner with operations and supply chain teams to
improve costing accuracy and inventory controls. Support continuous
improvement initiatives related to cost accounting and inventory
management. Assist with internal and external audit requests
related to inventory and costing. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree
in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. Minimum of 4
years of standard costing experience in a manufacturing
environment. Experience using NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
Strong understanding of inventory accounting and cost accounting
principles. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced
Microsoft Excel skills preferred. Strong communication and
interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Some travel may be required at times.
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