Sr. Cost Accountant

A brief overview

The Sr. Cost Accountant is a member of the Controlling team within the Finance department of Bachem Americas. This position is a key member of the team and is responsible for processing, analyzing, reconciling, reviewing, and reporting financial business results. The Senior Cost Accountant directs activities of product costing, product manufacturing analysis, and inventory valuation. As well as performing a critical component of the audit process. The position provides recommendations to senior management in support of the achievement of Company goals.

What you will do

• Actively plan for and participate in the monthly financial close: Month end close of cost collections PO, SO, IO; Prepare the monthly location P&L’s and financial package and review with Management; Monthly accruals / work with plant/facility management to analyze actuals and make accruals
• Preparation of monthly Key Performance indicators including: site gross margin analysis by product; business partner variance analysis; prepare actual vs. plan (budget) analysis; total non-quality cost drivers (TNQC)
• Govern inventory movement and reporting: evaluate inventory reserve; preform cycle count
• Analyze, cost and close production orders: review of job cost activity ensuring consistent and proper coding; analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services provided, to determine effects on costs. analyze actual production costs and prepares periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs
• Develop and maintain standard costs of finished goods and production components: maintain, improve and harmonize standard cost process and documentation to streamline reporting and improve efficiency
• Maintain and improve processes and controls associated with manufacturing costs and inventory valuation: ensure that appropriate internal controls surrounding inventory movements are in place and provide support for compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or similar field

• 10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, with MRP system
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to function well in a team environment
• Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SAP
• Ability to effectively organize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment
• Ability to communicate in a proactive and solution-focused manner, including keeping management aware of potential issues
• Detail-oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical and analytical problems
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or Swiss GAAP FER (preferred)

Base Salary Range: $87,520 - $120,340

Placement in this wage range is based on several factors, including education, skill set, experience, and training.

Total Rewards 

We offer all Team Members a total rewards package including competitive pay, annual performance bonus, a generous benefit package with comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(k) plan with employer contribution, and paid vacation, personal and sick days. 

Corporate Social Responsibility 

Bachem takes responsibility for future generations by a careful handling of resources and avoiding environmental risks. We continually improve our ecological performance and develop and implement new approaches for enhancing employees’ environmental awareness.  EcoVadis has awarded Bachem Platinum Medal status in their assessment of Bachem. 

Bachem Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status