Description Robert Half is currently recruiting for a skilled and motivated Cost Accountant to join a growing, technology-driven organization headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. This is a newly created position driven by the company’s continued expansion and integration of multiple acquired businesses across North America. The company operates in a dynamic and evolving industry focused on high-impact training and simulation products, serving a wide range of specialized markets. This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced manufacturing cost accountant to play a key role in building out cost infrastructure and supporting operational and financial leadership. The position is highly cross-functional, partnering with both finance and operations to analyze cost structures, variances, and inventory performance. It’s an ideal fit for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, evolving environment. + Managing cost accounting functions including material, labor, and overhead analysis + Supporting month-end close with cost-related journal entries and financial reporting + Reviewing and maintaining BOMs, product routings, and standard costing processes + Analyzing and explaining price-volume-mix, usage, and spend variances + Supporting inventory controls, cycle counts, and reconciliation processes + Playing a key role in ERP system enhancements, including SAP S/4HANA implementation + Assisting with forecasts, budgets, and management reporting The position will start fully onsite in Sarasota, with the opportunity to shift to a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) after onboarding. Occasional travel to other U.S. or Canadian facilities may be required to support relationship building and operational alignment. If you're looking for a cost accounting opportunity in a dynamic, innovative organization with a strong team culture and real potential for growth into leadership roles, this could be the right fit for you. If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the qualifications, please apply and call Brian Upshaw at 813-259-7602, referencing job number 01070-0013245855. Requirements + A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting + At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing cost accounting role + Strong Excel skills and ERP experience (SAP S/4HANA or NetSuite preferred) + A collaborative and detail-oriented approach + Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with operations and finance 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) .