Manager, Cost Accounting Job at Robert Half in South San Francisco

Description We are looking for a skilled Senior Finance Manager to lead and optimize cost accounting processes within our organization. This role is based in South San Francisco, California, and focuses on ensuring the accuracy of manufacturing cost data, standard cost accounting, and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost accounting principles and a commitment to delivering actionable financial insights. Responsibilities:

• Partner with Accounting, Operations/CLIA Lab, IT, and Facilities to deliver cost accounting solutions.
• Lead COGS modeling, reviews, and tracking against performance targets.
• Oversee product costing, standard cost set-up, forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
• Provide financial guidance and challenge assumptions in planning/budgeting processes.
• Manage monthly/quarterly close of COGS and inventory, including journal entries and SOX/audit schedules.
• Review inventory for excess/obsolete reserves with Operations and Supply Chain.
• Collaborate on process improvements, controls, and SOX compliance for accurate inventory data.
• Analyze standard vs. actual costs (materials, labor, overhead) and resolve root causes.
• Develop cost methodologies for materials, labor, and overhead per GAAP.
• Support ERP/FP& A tool initiatives and ensure accurate NetSuite cost data.
• Drive financial aspects of product launch with focus on cost.
• Deliver high-value financial analysis to guide investments, cost savings, and risk mitigation.
• Identify and implement efficiencies in company-wide planning processes.
• Handle ad-hoc financial requests as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 6+ years FP& A experience in biotech, diagnostics, or medical devices.
• Skilled in handling large datasets and building complex financial models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach.
• Able to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Highly organized, disciplined, and data-focused.
• Experienced in building financial processes, reporting, and controls for scaling organizations.
• Self-starter with proven ability to drive results independently.

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 ( 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 ( .