Senior Cost Accountant

The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations and accuracy of reporting of the manufacturing facilities.  The Senior Cost Accountant is a key business partner to Operations and Finance departments leadership, ensuring financial integrity, operational efficiency, and compliance with company policies.  The Senior Cost Accountant reports to the Plant Controller.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

• Must maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines (i.e. FDA, DEA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, ISO, USP, NRC, cGMP, etc.).
  Review and validate inventory transactions to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with internal controls.
• Analyze and reconcile inventory accounts, including raw materials, WIP and finished goods.
• Develop costing models to support new product introductions, process changes, and operational improvements.
• Manage all aspects of the Fixed Asset function, including tracking additions/disposals, preparing monthly depreciation entries, and overseeing the asset approval workflow.
• Prepare month-end account reconciliations and contribute to KPI development and reporting.
• Assist the Plant Controller in enhancing policies, procedures, and internal controls related to the procure-to-pay and inventory cycles.
• Provide cost analysis and insights that support production planning, margin optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the annual cost roll process and update standard costs on an as-needed basis.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA or CMA highly desired.
• Strong understanding of GAAP with IFRS knowledge a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles.
• Minimum 2 years of working in a standard cost system. 
• Independent, inquisitive and a self-starter.
• Demonstrated capacity to handle a diverse number of projects simultaneously.
• Strong ability to collaborate with a multi-cultural and cross-functional team.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel); experience with Infor XA is a plus.
• Working knowledge of business intelligence tools preferred.

Working Conditions:

• This position will work in typical office conditions with extensive time using computer equipment.
• Must possess good hand-eye coordination; close attention to detail required.
• Willingness to work in a team-based environment.
• Willingness to travel to and work in manufacturing facilities.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of 8 hours a day while performing duties.  
• Willingness to complete safety training within allotted timeframes.
• The position deals with many deadlines. Due to the short turnaround time of deadlines and limited time, overtime is sometimes required.