Sr. Cost Accountant

Job Title: Sr. Cost Accountant

Pay Rate: $53/HR

Duration: 6 months

Location: Malvern, PA (Hybrid preferred; remote possible if local talent unavailable)

Shift: 8:00 AM - 5 PM

This position is for the Healthcare Diagnostics division.

We are looking for a Sr. Cost Accountant

• The Shared Service Accounting organization provides accounting support and direction on various accounting operations to the operating companies. The accountant will work directly with the business on very complex accounting activities in accounting (IFRS 15, IFRS 16), logistic processes, migration/projects, account reconciliation, and preparation/and approval of journal entries. Provides support and guidance by Client's Financial Reporting Guidelines (“SFRG”) and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).Develops and guides the preparation of various accounting and/or tax reports. Develops, analyzes, and maintains ledger accounts and related activities to produce financial statements and fiscal reports. Ensure accurate and complete reporting of all accounting and closing processes including the audit interface.
• The candidate must be able to interact with all levels of management within the business.
• This position reports to the Senior Manager of Accounting and works closely with the Business.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support to the Business Units for General Accounting Month-end and Quarterly closing on various ERP systems i.e., SAP, Oracle
• Interface to IT regarding functionality in SAP/R3
• Advanced technical accounting knowledge is needed to analyze and resolve accounting topics independently.
• Display a high level of critical thinking, successfully resolve high-impact complex topics, and ensure they align with the Client's Financial Reporting Guidelines.
• Build and maintain customer relations and support various Business units and other departments.
• Review processes to ensure alignment with SFRG and implement any necessary changes.
• Support any training effort to the business based on guidelines.
• Performs complex analyses of financial process flow to validate controls, harmonize processes, increase efficiencies, and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions.
• Review and approve very complex entries by IFRS.
• Preparation and submittal of monthly and quarterly financial statements and analytics within strict timelines.
• Responsible for various reconciliations and resolving accounting issues to reduce variances.
• Coordination and preparation of Federal, State, and Property Tax Reports.
• Participation in ad-hoc Projects including multi-phase integration projects
• Extensive support for internal and external audit requirements.

Required Knowledge / Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of IFRS Accounting Standards. Knowledge of Client's Financial Reporting Guidelines is preferred but not required.
• Experience in addressing and resolving non-routine/complex accounting topics promptly and with satisfactory conclusions, working with senior management and all levels of operational management.
• Expert with Microsoft Tools i.e., Excel, SQL, Access, etc.
• The ability to work under tight timelines and pressure, and the capability to make quick decisions with accuracy.
• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills to clearly communicate and present unusual and/or complex concepts or issues convincingly across all levels of management.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Project management skills - the ability to structure, control, and drive projects to successful completion.

Education

• BS/BA in a related discipline, or advanced degree, where required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification may be required in some areas.
• 5-7 years’ public or 7 plus private accounting experience.