Cost Accounting Manager
Our client, a biopharmaceutical company based in Cork, is seeking an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join their TOPS Finance organization.
Responsibilities:
* Lead team in maintaining internal controls for inventory accounting, in line with corporate policy, US GAAP and SOX requirements.
* Responsible for all aspects of SOX, internal and external audits for inventory for EMEA entities.
* Provide oversight and review of all month-end close activities and deliverables, including journal review and approval, subledger close activities and balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP.
* Responsible for accurate inventory balances and correct treatment of commercial and clinical inventory, assessment of excess & obsolescence and elimination of profit in inventory.
* Play a leading role in the planning, coordination and execution of the annual Standard Cost setting process.
* Develop an understanding of material flow from bulk manufacturing through to fill/finish and Finished Goods packaging to ensure accurate inventory costing for each stage of the manufacturing process through to COGS recognition.
* Review work order accounting and variance accounting, including manufacturing and purchase price variance investigations, analysis and reporting.
* Build key relationships across TOPS organisation to provide COGS look ahead based on current assumptions and ensure timely communication of any risks to gross margin forecast.
* Review intercompany and affiliate sales, ensuring correct treatment of intercompany profit.
* Oversee inventory and COGS treatment for all Buy/Sell entities.
* Responsible for meeting monthly and quarterly deadlines to ensure hand-offs to other finance functions including SEC reporting, Controller reviews and TOPS business partner reviews.
* Assist with preparation of consolidated financial management reporting for TOPS for balance sheet and P&L areas.
* Support budget and LRP activities as required.
* Establish key working relationships with corporate colleagues, particularly Tax, FP&A, GL, and ERP support teams.
* Lead local and global projects and initiatives within TOPS Finance.
* Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to drive process efficiencies and participate in transformation projects.
* Identify process automation opportunities to eliminate non-value add activities.
Qualifications & Experience:
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA qualification.
* Experience in manufacturing business with audited financial statements, Standard Costing and use of SAP S/4 HANA is essential.
* Demonstrate experience in leading and implementing process improvement initiatives.
* Experience of US GAAP, Sarbanes Oxley and internal control environment essential.
* Demonstrate cross-functional collaboration across finance and business functions to resolve business and finance critical issues.