Cost Accountant III
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Job Info

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Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are essential to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop unique career experiences and perspectives. Ranked #95 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list and with revenues of more than $40 billion, you will discover endless opportunities to grow a rewarding career as part of the world leader serving science.

Location/Division Specific Information
Work Location: Carlsbad, CA (on-site)

Group: Life Sciences Solutions Group

Division: LSG Group Office

How will you make an impact?

The Life Sciences Group (LSG) and BioProduction Group (BPG) Cost Accounting Team in Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Cost Accountant in Carlsbad, CA. The Cost Accountant will be a key partner and support all LSG and BPG businesses in ensuring that new inventory is reported correctly on the Balance Sheet. You will be the leader of all inventory processes at our Bothell (WA), Eugene (OR), and US SERA plants.

What will you do?

• Lead all costing activities for the Bothell, Eugene, and US SERA Plants, including the following:
  • Perform the monthly close for all inventory activities.
  • Review and help to explain monthly results with the Bothell and Eugene Finance teams.
  • Monitor work order variances, absorption, and PPV each week.
  • Lead the plants in rolling standard costs, including the calculation of standard rates.
  • Provide E&O support and analysis for the plants, and record entries to adjust the reserve each quarter.
  • Observe and support the Cycle Count program for the plants; establish robust cycle count processes and controls.
• Perform monthly update of net inventory by site Power BI Dashboard and report out to Ops Finance and Supply Chain teams' leadership for all LSSPL divisions (BID, GSD, CSD, BCD, PPA, and SUD).
• Work with Systems team to ensure accurate allocation of month end supplemental inventory in HFM for Legacy LSG entities (E1 and SAP sites).
• Provide Inventory and OCOGS QoQ flux reports and ensure commentary is received from all entities. Present inventory portion to Cost Accounting and Controllership teams.
• Calculate and update global E1 ABC cycle count codes on an annual basis.
• Support Corporate Risk Management team by providing inventory values by site/building on an annual basis.
• Serve as backup for new product costing for North America.
• Support the LSG and BPG Cost Accounting Team in the bi-annual Global Cost Roll. Build reporting templates and perform ad hoc analyses as assigned by the Finance Director, Ops Finance, or the businesses.
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

How will you get here?

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant discipline

Experience

• 3+ years of experience is required, preferably supporting manufacturing
• Experience in E1 and SAP ERP systems is required, preferably in Costing
• Experience in using the Macola ERP is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Excel advanced formulas and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to interface effectively at all levels and demonstrate good judgment, and tact and diplomacy with internal customers. Self-initiative, strong organization skills, and a positive attitude are helpful.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization is preferred.
• Minimal travel required.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our US colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan
• A wellness program, and valuable health incentive opportunities for company contributions to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts and commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and volunteer time off in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $85,000.00-$120,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
  

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

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