Cost Analyst II

At Guerbet, we build lasting relationships so that to enable people to live better. This is Our Purpose.

We are a global leader in medical imaging, offering an extensive portfolio of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital and AI solutions, for diagnostic and interventional imaging. As a pioneer in the field of contrast products since the last 100 years, we continuously innovate to improve the diagnosis, prognosis and quality of life of patients.

Customer Centricity, Cooperation, Audacity, Focus, and Responsibility are the values that we share and practice on a daily basis.

Working at Guerbet is not only being part of a multicultural team with nearly 3,000 people across more than 20 countries, but it is above all about playing a unique role in the future of medical imaging. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Cost Analyst II who will be responsible for manufacturing accounting using SAP software, including analysis of process order closures and variances. This position will play a significant role in the month-end financial close process and will also assist with forecasting, budgeting, audits, reconciliations and an array of ad hoc financial analysis.

YOUR ROLE

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Analyzes process order closures on a regular basis and prepares month-end material and labor statements.
• Tracks manufacturing overhead absorption & unit production daily and provides actual vs. budget/forecast analysis for Senior Site Leadership Team.
• Tracks manufacturing variances and reports on a biweekly basis performance at a process order and product level.
• Reviews manufacturing variances with production weekly to ensure all raw materials are issued appropriately to the process orders.
• Performs fixed asset inventory and reconciliation.
• Analyzes overhead spending at the end of the month and creates proper accruals.
• Performs journal entries for month-end close & reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Assists AP vendor issues and works as liaison between site purchasing and FSS AP.
• Supports performance excellence projects through metrics reporting of material and labor.
• Supports temp labor accrual and reconciliation process.
• Assists with inventory analysis and reconciliations.
• Assists with key site projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Department Specific/Non-Essential Functions

• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately.
• Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.
  
  

YOUR BACKGROUND

Education, Experience, And/or Skill

• Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• 2 – 4 years of related experience
• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
• Strong Computer Skills - proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word required
• Experience in SAP ERP system preferred
• MBA, CPA or CMA preferred
• Financial experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35lbs. without assistance
  
  

Cognitive Requirements

• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, self-starter, independent thinker required
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  
  

Working Conditions

• Occasionally work in areas where personal protective equipment will be required
• Work in areas wherein sitting is required for extended periods, with occasional standing and walking
• Daily and frequently work in front of a computer screen or under bright lighting conditions