cost accounting clerk

Fully Onsite Cost Analyst / Junior Cost Accountant – Manufacturing  Randstad has an immediate need for a fully onsite Cost Analyst / Junior Cost Accountant to support financial operations within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for cost accounting, variance analysis, standard costing, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, KPI tracking, and month-end close support. You’ll work with ERP systems, manufacturing financial data, and advanced Excel functions (pivot tables, lookups, formulas) to analyze performance, perform reconciliations, and deliver actionable insights to leadership. Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools is a plus. Ideal Candidate: Analytical finance or accounting professional with advanced Excel skills, ERP exposure, and foundational knowledge of cost accounting, financial analysis, and manufacturing finance who is eager to grow technical and operational expertise.  salary: $24 - $25 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities Perform cost analysis and support standard cost development Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes Conduct variance analysis and interpret financial data Support month-end close and reporting activities Provide timely financial insights to management to support business decisions Assist with special projects assigned by the Site Controller Learn and work within ERP/manufacturing accounting systems Required Associate’s degree OR currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Basic understanding of accounting principles Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Exposure to cost accounting concepts Experience with Power BI or other reporting tools Familiarity with ERP systems    SkillsCost Accounting (1 year of experience is preferred)Variance Analysis (1 year of experience is preferred)Financial Analysis (1 year of experience is preferred)Budgeting and Forecasting (1 year of experience is preferred)Month-End Close (1 year of experience is preferred)Standard Costing (1 year of experience is preferred)Manufacturing Finance (1 year of experience is preferred)ERP (1 year of experience is preferred)Excel Pivot Tables (1 year of experience is preferred)Data Reporting / Power BIQualificationsYears of experience: 1 yearExperience level: Entry LevelRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Job Opportunity: Accounts Payable Clerk We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Accounting department. This hourly, non-exempt position reports directly to the President and is responsible for ensuring all accounts payable data is processed in a confidential and timely manner.Key Responsibilities Sort, compile, verify, and process invoices, purchase orders, packing slips, and checks. Prepare disbursement checks and review for accuracy based on receiving documents. Oversee the posting of all ledger entries and cash receipts. Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date and code data for financial systems. Maintain 1099 reporting information and generate necessary forms. Compute and record charges such as IT costs, insurance, and business licenses. Collaborate with Purchasing to resolve invoicing discrepancies and PO issues. Qualifications Skills: Working knowledge of bookkeeping and computer operations. Competencies: High degree of accuracy, excellent data entry skills, and the ability to identify assets versus expenses. Communication: Clear communication skills with the ability to work well in a team. Math: Ability to calculate discounts, interest, and percentages, applying basic algebra concepts. The ideal candidate independent, has initative, and is a problem solver that maintains excellent attendance.salary: $20 - $22 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: No Degree RequiredResponsibilities Cross training in existing Accounting processes and new processes. Sorts, compiles, verifies and processes documents, such as invoices, purchase orders, packing slips and checks. Prepares disbursement checks and reviews for accuracy based on invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents. Prepares all remittance information to be mailed with checks. Computes and records certain charges such as IT costs, non-disclosure agreements, vehicle insurance & registration, county and city business licenses, etc. Monitors accounts payable to ensure that payments are up to date. Codes data for input to financial data processing system according to company procedures. Ensures all necessary information is maintained for suppliers requiring 1099 reporting and the generation of 1099 forms. Works with Purchasing to resolve PO or invoicing issues. Reconciles report discrepancies and problems. Other duties may be assigned. The essential functions of this role include:working in a smoke free environmentworking up to 40 hrs of overtime per weekSkillsAccounts PayableDisbursements/Check RunsBasic Accounts ReceivableExcelCoding/BatchingInvoicesVendor ManagementData EntryMaintaining RecordsRecordingQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

We are partnering with one of our clients in the office equipment industry, and recruiting candidates to join their team as an Inventory Cost Accounting Manager. Please see the job description below for more details. If interested, please email your resume to james.wagner@randstadusa.com. 3-6 Month Contract; potential to convert Compensation: $45-55 per hour Location: Bartlett, TN - Hybridsalary: $45 - $55 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly inventory reporting for both internal use and external requirements, including on-hand inventory levels, in-transit inventory, and royalties. Analyze Gross Profit by division/product grouping, performing detailed reviews of products/transactions to investigate variances. Maintain accuracy of inventory cost records and Cost of Sales reporting through periodic reviews, including LOCOM analysis, SKU revaluation, and inventory reserves. Prepare audit schedules for JSOX and assist with internal or external audits. Provide monthly and ad-hoc analysis of operational results with key driver summaries and explanatory commentary. Review monthly AP inventory accruals and ensure timely payments to the parent organization. Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance inventory processes and systems. Monitor and report on zero-value, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory, contributing to monthly inventory review/reduction meetings. Prepare scrap and inventory adjustment reports to identify trends and improve inventory management. Required Skills and Experience: 8+ years of accounting experience, with a focus on cost accounting. Bachelor’s degree Experience working with large ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) & MS Office Suite Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present data-driven conclusions effectively. SkillsCost Accounting (8 years of experience is required)Inventory (5 years of experience is required)ERP (5 years of experience is required)SAPOracleSOXMS OfficeQualificationsYears of experience: 8 yearsExperience level: ManagerRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.