Cost Accounting Manager

Biopharma Careers; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Biopharma Careers seeks a Cost & Collaboration Accounting Manager to provide managerial level accounting support for cost and inventory accounting, CMC R&D costs and in-licensing collaboration agreements. This role interfaces daily with PSC, FP&A, Alliance Management and G/L teams to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.

The position supports close processes, analyzes inventory/COGS, and leads improvements in accounting practices while guiding staff and coordinating with

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree with 7 years of related experience; or MS/MA with 5 years; or equivalent.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Experience in Auditing, Accounting or Cost Accounting.
• Experience with one of the four major accounting firms preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical and biotech industries preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting/finance principles and theory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong analytical and business communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to interact cooperatively and work as a team.
• Demonstrated success in problem solving.
• SAP software proficiency - highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Perform cost accounting activities including standard costs and inventory analyses.
• Review monthly reconciled general ledger accounts for inventory and COGS.
• Conduct balance sheet and income statement flux analysis with commentary.
• Collaborate with PSC, FP&A and cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy of COGS and inventory balances.
• Drive process improvements in inventory, COGS, and R&D accruals.
• Support Accounting Operations and other projects.
• Oversee SOX-related cost, inventory, and accrual activities and audits.
• Provide training to new and existing staff.
• Engage with senior management to promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Business communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA degree in related discipline (7 years)

MS/MA degree in related discipline (5 years)

CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Tools

SAP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE

The Cost & Collaboration Accounting Manager will have responsibility for providing managerial level accounting support for the Company's transactions related to cost and inventory accounting, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) R&D related costs and accruals, as well as provide managerial level accounting support for the Company's in-licensing collaboration agreements. This position will interface daily with Pharmaceutical Supply Chain (PSC), FP&A, Alliance Management and the G/L and technical accounting teams to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively participate in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, which includes review or preparation of journal entries, review of balance sheet reconciliations and analysis of balance sheet and income statement, specifically focused on inventory, COGS, in-licensing collaboration accounts, and/or the monthly CMC R&D accruals.
• Perform cost accounting activities including developing and analyzing standard costs, excess & obsolete reserves, scrap analysis, inventory variance reviews, book to perpetual and analysis and reporting of inventory and COGS.
• Review and analysis of the reconciled general ledger accounts on a monthly basis including book to perpetual inventory, inventory reserves, in-licensing collaboration accruals, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
• Perform balance sheet and income statement flux analysis with detailed commentary for management reporting, related to cost and inventory accounting, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
• Collaborate with PSC, FP&A, and other cross-functional departments to ensure completeness and accuracy of COGS, inventory balances, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
• Drive process improvements in the accounting and reporting of inventory, COGS and in-licensing collaborations, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
• Support Accounting Operations or other projects and initiatives.
• Responsible for accounting systems or accounting processes.
• Oversee external audit requests and PBC items for the quarterly and year-end audits.
• Oversee Cost, Inventory, Collaboration, and/or CMC R&D accrual SOX related activities and ensure SOX compliance.
• Provide training to new and existing staff.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational innovation and regularly interact with business owners and senior level management.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES

• BS/BA degree in related discipline and 7 years related experience; or, MS/MA degree in related discipline and 5 years related experience; or, Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Experience in Auditing, Accounting or Cost Accounting.
• Experience with one of 4 major accounting firms is preferred.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries is preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting/finance principles and theory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications.
• Strong analytical and business communication skills.
• Strong attention to details and ability to work on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to interact cooperatively and work as a team.
• Demonstrated success in problem solving.
• SAP software proficiency - highly preferred.

Travel Requirements

0% This position does not require travel.

Environmental Requirements

Primarily working indoors in an office environment.

Compensation

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $120,500 - $171,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate’s geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

Benefits

• 401k plan with generous company contributions
• Group medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan
• Opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives
• 15 accrued vacation days in their first year
• 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December
• Up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year

Accommodation

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: [e-mail] .

Working Conditions

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.