Cost Accountant

West Pharmaceutical Services / Progressive Medical; Exton (PA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer programs

Tuition assistance

Leadership development

Global career opportunities

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services seeks a cost accounting professional to join the centralized cost accounting team within the Financial Services group. You will manage accounting across multiple manufacturing sites, including journal entries and reconciliations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field, at least 3 years of accounting experience, and strong knowledge of GAAP and SAP. Hybrid work arrangement with onsite presence three days a week is offered.

Qualifications

• Accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment using SAP or other ERP.
• Understanding of GAAP and internal control principles.
• Highly proficient in written and spoken English.
• Proficient MS Office/Excel, with ability to learn quickly.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Ability to work independently in a global environment.
• Able to comply with SOPs and safety/quality policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries related to manufacturing accounting and inventory reserves to support accurate and timely financial statements.
• Process manufacturing orders as part of month-end close.
• Participate in other monthly close activities for plants under responsibility.
• Prepare account reconciliations for proper balance sheet valuation.
• Calculate standard costing of products in SAP as part of new product workflow.
• Monitor variances to standard cost and correct errors.
• Support periodic cycle count process and reconcile 3rd party warehouses.
• Ensure controls and compliance with US GAAP.
• Support other functions within the business as required.

Skills

Accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

MS Office

SAP

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Description

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite for 3 days per week.

No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

This position will join a centralized cost accounting team located with West's Financial Services team. You will be responsible for the accounting across multiple manufacturing sites including the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries related to manufacturing accounting and inventory reserves to support accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and corporate financial policies
• Process manufacturing orders as part of the month-end close process
• Participate in other monthly close activities for plants in area of responsibility
• Prepare account reconciliations to ensure proper balance sheet valuation
• Calculate standard costing of products in SAP as part of new product workflow
• Monitor variances to standard cost and correct any erroneous errors
• Support the periodic cycle count process
• Reconcile 3rd party warehouses
• Ensure appropriate controls and compliance with US GAAP
• Support and assist other functions within the business as required

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Accounting or Business with concentration in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience required

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years Accounting required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Accounting experience, preferable in a manufacturing environment using SAP or other ERP
• Understanding of GAAP and internal control principles
• Highly proficient in written and spoken English
• Working knowledge of MS Office or the willingness to learn it quickly with highly proficient Excel skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong people skills – approachable, good listener, empathetic
• Strong learning capacity
• Ability to work independently in global environment
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures
• Must be able to communicate effectively, speak in front of groups, express and exchange ideas and understand direction
• Maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
• Able to learn and apply new information or new skills
• Read and interpret data, information and documents
• Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize
• Ability to make independent and sound judgments
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, takes accountability and drives for results

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

What We Offer

Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.

Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.

Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.

Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion - where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.

Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail] . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.