Sr. Cost Accountant
Robert Half Management Resources • Nashville, TN • Posted May 17, 2026
About the Role
Description
Our client is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to join an established manufacturing operation in the greater Nashville, Tennessee area. This onsite, interim opportunity will play a key role in supporting cost accounting functions, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting within a high-volume production environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing experience, deep knowledge of standard costing, and the ability to analyze and communicate cost drivers effectively.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and oversee standard costing processes, including cost updates, roll-forwards, and ongoing review of cost assumptions.
• Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, and overhead), identify root causes, and partner with operations to drive corrective actions.
• Support month-end close activities related to cost accounting, including journal entries, inventory reconciliations, and variance reporting.
• Review and ...
Our client is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to join an established manufacturing operation in the greater Nashville, Tennessee area. This onsite, interim opportunity will play a key role in supporting cost accounting functions, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting within a high-volume production environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing experience, deep knowledge of standard costing, and the ability to analyze and communicate cost drivers effectively.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and oversee standard costing processes, including cost updates, roll-forwards, and ongoing review of cost assumptions.
• Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, and overhead), identify root causes, and partner with operations to drive corrective actions.
• Support month-end close activities related to cost accounting, including journal entries, inventory reconciliations, and variance reporting.
• Review and ...