Cost Accountant

Brooks; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability

401(k) Plan

Flexible Vacation

Company paid holidays

Job summary

Brooks is seeking a Cost Accountant to join our Chelmsford, MA team. You will support manufacturing and inventory costing, analyze results, and partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, and Finance to drive accurate reporting and data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities include month-end close, inventory analysis, variances, standard costing, and internal controls. A Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years in cost accounting and ERP/Excel proficiency are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Experience in manufacturing cost accounting, inventory accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong MS Office knowledge.
• Experience with ERP systems, such as Oracle Fusion.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Close and Financial Reporting: support close processes for cost accounting and inventory.
• Inventory Accounting, Controls, and Compliance: analyze aging, turns, shrink, and related variances.
• Analytics and Process Improvement: support cost accounting processes and decision support.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Power BI

Hyperion Planning

Adaptive

Job description

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com). Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

Cost Accountant Job Description Position Summary The Cost Accountant is responsible for supporting the organization’s manufacturing and inventory accounting processes through cost analysis, financial reporting, inventory valuation, controls support, and operational business partnership. This role analyzes manufacturing results, identifies trends and root causes, provides commentary and recommendations, and partners with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, and Finance leadership to support accurate reporting and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Close and Financial Reporting
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes related to cost accounting and inventory.
  • Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and account reconciliations.
  • Reconcile inventory, manufacturing, and financial accounting transactions by comparing, validating, and correcting data.
  • Ensure accurate recording and reporting of cost accounting activities in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Inventory Accounting, Controls, and Compliance
  • Analyze inventory aging, inventory turns, shrink, scrap, MRB inventory, and in-transit balances for global manufacturing sites.
  • Support inventory reserve analysis and related accounting assessments.
  • Support cycle count programs, annual physical count, and related financial audit requirements.
  • Analyze work order variances to standard cost, investigate material usage, labor efficiency, routing, and overhead absorption variances, and partner with Manufacturing and Operations teams to improve the work order closure.
  • Assist in maintaining and improving inventory-related internal controls and compliance procedures.
• Analytics and Process Improvement
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen cost accounting processes, reporting quality, and decision support.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, and Finance teams to support business objectives.
  • Present analysis, recommendations, and key business insights to management and executive leadership.
  • Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations that support operational and strategic decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing cost accounting, inventory accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ERP systems, such as Oracle Fusion or a similar enterprise platform.
• Strong analytical, problem-solver, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to prepare, present, and communicate financial analysis to business leaders and executive audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cost Management, Inventory, or related ERP modules.
• Experience with Hyperion Planning, Adaptive, Power BI, or equivalent planning and analytics tools.
• Experience supporting annual standard cost roll processes, PPV analysis, inventory reserve management, and manufacturing variance reporting.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, financial controls, and audit support practices.
• Experience in semiconductor, industrial manufacturing, electronics, automation, or high-tech manufacturing environments.

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $84,178.82 USD to $113,888.99 USD Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Exempt employees are provided company paid holidays
• Flexible Vacation to enjoy personal time off and incidental sickness.

Work Location & Flexibility

Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics. Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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Since our founding in 1978, Brooks Automation has been a leading automation provider and trusted partner to the global manufacturing industry. Our customers choose the Brooks Automation platform because we consistently deliver best-in-class reliability and cost of ownership, with a solution that is optimized for value within their application. We deliver value through our understanding of the application challenge, providing solutions at scale that create an automated advantage for our customers. This benefits our customers with improved throughput and yield and a lower cost of ownership.