Cost Accountant
Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant that will be responsible for all aspects of cost accounting, inventory oversight and analysis. In this pivotal role, you'll be at the heart of our financial operations, responsible for the full spectrum of cost accounting, comprehensive inventory oversight, and insightful analysis.
You'll collaborate closely with diverse teams across finance and operations, gaining significant international experience. Reporting directly to the Associate Director, Global Cost Accounting and based out of Breda this position offers a unique chance to contribute to in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
As Cost Accountant you will be responsible for the following:
- Manage the monthly close processes related to inventory and COGS, including the preparation of journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, excess and obsolete inventory analysis, in transit inventory accrual, inventory fluctuations analysis, etc.
- Partner with operations leaders to analyze and report on manufacturing variances, spending and other manufacturing metrics to drive operational efficiencies and cost savings.
- Responsible for the annual standard cost roll. Working with the Purchasing and Planning groups, validate standard costs (including overhead rates) and analyze inventory revaluation impact.
- Assist with monthly gross margin analysis by product line, including variance commentary and identification of process and cost saving opportunities.
- Perform or support inventory transactions (e.g., standard cost changes, inventory adjustments, scrap transactions, etc.)
- Monitor inventory-related SOX controls and perform self-testing as required.
- Perform special accounting analysis, reporting and projects, as requested.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate meet the following criteria:
- BA/BS in Finance.
- 3-5 years’ experience in cost and inventory accounting in a manufacturing company.
- Understanding of US GAAP and SOX internal controls related to inventory reporting.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Strong Excel skills and attention to detail (pivot tables, large data set manipulation, etc.)
- SAP experience a plus.
What Repligen Offers:
Repligen offers you a competitive remuneration package, including a yearly bonus, non-contributory pension, partial compensation on your personal health insurance and flexible working hours. But most importantly Repligen offers you a stimulating, fast-paced environment with steep learning curves and the opportunity to contribute to the healthcare of patients worldwide.All of this with an international team in Breda, Netherlands.