Sr. Accounting Analyst (Hybrid - Rockford IL)

PCI Pharma Services; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services is hiring a Cost Analyst at the Rockford site to manage cost accounting, maintain the ERP system, and provide detailed financial analyses for production, sales, and budgeting. You will support SOX controls, assist in month-end closing, and drive continuous improvement in processes and data integrity.

The role emphasizes collaboration with production and project teams to optimize margins, pricing analysis, and reporting accuracy to maximize site profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or 4–6 years of experience.
• College-level mathematical skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to handle complex tasks.
• Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Strong reasoning with the ability to define problems and draw conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee jobs costing and cost system maintenance; provide inventory and cost analysis.
• Collaborate with Sr. Finance Manager to deliver site and corporate reporting.
• Produce production reports, job costing, and monthly expenses vs. budget analyses.
• Process sales invoices and credit memos with accurate invoicing.
• Daily variance analysis and data integrity resolution for manufacturing data.

Skills

Math proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

JDE ERP

Excel

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

This position reports to the Sr. Finance Manager at the Rockford Site and will be responsible for accounting/analytical functions with strong focus on maintaining the site ERP System to provide accurate financial data, Production report, spending variance analysis, sales analysis, financial reports, and month-end closing documents.

With this data, this position will work with management to better manage the business and to maximize profits.

This position will play a key role in our efforts with continuous improvement of our processes and information.

This position will also provide item-level analysis to be used in discussions with production and the project management team as well as support sales by providing margin and pricing analysis for negotiations with customers.

Job Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities include the following but other duties may be assigned.

1. 1. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
2. 2. Oversees the process of accounting for jobs and maintenance of cost systems. Maintains inventory values and prepares inventory management reports. Coach, mentor and provide continuous support to Cost Accountants and Finance team for day-to-day internal problem solving and trouble shooting. Support key site and corporate continuous improvement initiatives to drive optimization and efficiency of processes, systems, and technology.
3. 3. Works closely with the Sr. Finance Manager and Executive Finance Director to deliver and improve site and corporate reporting.
4. 4. Assist in financial reports and analysis that support site operations, including production reports, job costing analysis, monthly expenses by department versus budget, headcount, as well as real time financial reports, as requested.
5. 5. Responsible for overseeing the processing of sales invoices and credit memos ensuring accurate invoicing to customers.
6. 6. Daily analysis of manufacturing variances and JDE integrity reports. Work with appropriate resources to resolve data integrity issues.
7. 7. Helps to report timely and accurate financial results.
8. 8. Completes monthly sales, profitability, and financial analysis.
9. 9. Assists in the fiscal year budget preparation.
10. 10. Participates in annual review of SOX controls and maintenance of proper internal control system.
11. 11. Assists in the development, adaptation or revision of accounting systems to meet the needs of the site.
12. 12. Participates in all site external and internal audit requirements.
13. 13. Participates in compliance with financial policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
14. 14. Closes out completed jobs and prepares gross margin reports. Prepares/reviews cost journal entries and ensures accuracy of system created cost entries.
15. 15. Works with Business Units to minimize aged inventory and keep add-bills current.
16. 16. Acts as a backup Cost Analyst for internal communications and troubleshooting. 17. May require overtime to meet deadlines. 18. Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, rules. 19. Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor. 20. Primarily onsite role with some flexibility as needed.

Qualifications

• - Bachelor's degree in related field and/or 4-6 years of experience
• - College Level Mathematical Skills
• - Intermediate Computer Skills: Ability to perform more complex computer tasks and has knowledge of various computer programs.
• - Full Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately on all levels pertinent to professional needs.
• - Very High Reasoning: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in math or diagram form and deal with several abstract/concrete variables.

Preferred

• - Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
• - Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• - Ability to display original thinking and creativity.
• - Ability to demonstrate attention to detail. Other Skills & Competencies:

Other Skills & Competencies

• - Relevant accounting experience in Manufacturing and/or Supply Chain.
• - Experience with accounting software JDE or similar ERP platform.
• - Demonstrated proficiency with Excel.
• - Ability to quickly comprehend a complex organizational structure, including the general ledger structure and various financial systems, is essential.
• - Exceptionally well organized, flexible and easily adaptable to changing conditions.
• - Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage conflicting priorities.
• - Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task, work independently and with minimal direction.
• - High energy, high ownership of work products, and dedication and commitment to driving results.
• - Facilitates communication with team members to ensure efforts are aligned. - Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development.
• - Adept at using logic and reasoning to work through problems and analyze information.

The hiring rate for this position is $77,600 - $87,300 plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise. PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), flexible spending account, and 401(k).

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let's talk future

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company's purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity - at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.