Description Immediate opening for Sr. Cost Accountant located near the Shenandoah Valley. The responsibility of the Senior Plant Cost Accountant will be to provide support to Operations, from an operational and financial perspective . This includes monthly closings, variance analysis, annual planning, and other ad hoc analysis. This position will act as a trusted business partner with leadership and all functions in the facility. This is a visible and important position within the plant and with company leadership outside of the plant Senior Cost Accountant Responsibilities: • Track and report actual performance to plans, forecasts and standards. • Track and analyze spending trends and headcount and drive corrective actions. • Prepare monthly closing entries. • Prepare monthly financial statements and analytics. • Support the preparation of the annual plan and interim projections—ensure the plant published estimates are credible and drive predictability. • Responsible for accurate reflection of standard costs in SAP. • Drive process improvements in the area of financial analysis. • Manage expense vs. Capital decisions to GAAP and corporate guidelines. • Participate as financial advisor and validation on Plant Cost Savings initiatives and Should Cost process. • Maintain conformance to ongoing audit and maintenance of internal controls and oversight of proper segregation of duties. • Ensure inventories are recorded in accordance with GAAP and adequate obsolescence reserves are maintained. • Responsible for achieving competency in all identified skill requirements outlined in associated training profile for position. Requirements • Manufacturing Cost Accounting environment • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required • Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, and/or CPA certification is preferred • Standard cost valuation • MS Office (proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint) • Cost accounting in an ERP systems environment, SAP Preferred • Strong analytical and problem solving skill Robert 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) .