JOB TITLE:
Cost Accountant
REPORTS TO:
CFO US and Head of Group Controlling (CH)
JOB TYPE:
Full-time, exempt
Job Summary
Integra Biosciences is an industry leader in innovative liquid handling products within the life sciences industry. The Cost Accountant is responsible for overseeing all cost expenditures, assessing business expenses, and uncovering inefficiencies and excess costs.
Primary Responsibilities
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Responsible for cost accounting of the US, Asian and Australian companies, in compliance with group guidelines and rules
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Prepare timely and relevant cost reports and variance analyses for functional managers
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Prepare and communicate monthly analysis of manufacturing variances, cost rates and recommend actions for improvement
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Partner with site operations to develop and review standard costs & product cost performance
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Ensure proper cost accounting & cost center allocations within the ERP system, maintaining and adjusting cost accounting based on changes in the business
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Analyze costs across the value chain to support cost-effective global sourcing decisions
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Review and evaluate capital budgeting and project proposals to ensure return on investment and sound investment decisions
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Preparation of monthly margin analysis for the production (US) and sales companies (Asia/Australia)
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Ensure intercompany account reconciliation between the US, Asian and Australian companies
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Independent development of ad-hoc analyses
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Ensure the optimization of reporting and adapting reporting to changes in the business
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Coordinating and supporting the budget and forecast process related to costs, margins and fixed assets
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Assist in identifying and driving best-in-class process improvement strategies for North American sites
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Work closely with functional leads to deliver continuous process improvements beyond the Finance department
Qualifications and Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or a related field
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Several years of experience in cost accounting in the manufacturing industry
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High level of integrity and accountability with results orientation and a strong ability for prioritization
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Strong technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
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Ability to partner effectively with business leaders, including strong (internal) customer service skills
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Strong time management skills, multi-tasking skills, and ability to prioritize tasks based on deadlines
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the position's primary functions satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the primary functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
INTEGRA Biosciences US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, uniform service, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.