Cost Accountant II

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are essential to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop unique career experiences and perspectives. Ranked #92 on the 2022 Fortune 500 list and with revenues of more than $40 billion, you’ll discover endless opportunities to grow a rewarding career as part of the world leader serving science. 
 
How you will make an impact:  

The Life Sciences and Laboratory Products Group (LSLPG) within Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Cost Accountant II in San Jose, Costa Rica.  The Cost Accountant will be a key partner and support all businesses in tracking, controlling, and recording adjustments for Demo inventory and GIT.  This role will also provide timely support for E&O, Cost Roll, and CMV processes. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage tracking, reconciliation, and accounting for designated inventory categories, including ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and retirement

• Lead periodic inventory reconciliations and support physical inventory processes to ensure accuracy of inventory balances

• Prepare and post journal entries related to inventory transactions as part of the monthly close process

• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data

• Support key cost accounting processes, including excess and obsolete inventory, inventory valuation, and annual cost updates

• Assist with data management and system updates across ERP platforms to support costing activities

• Develop and maintain reporting tools and perform ad hoc financial and operational analyses

• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and other business partners to support cost-related initiatives

• Perform other related duties and support special projects, as assigned

How will you get here: 
 

Requirements: 

• Advanced College Bachelor student related with the position or 5 years of experience in similar positions 

• B2+ English Level 

• Experience in Cost Accounting and Manufacturing is preferred. 

• Experience utilizing ERP systems such as SAP and JD Edwards is required, preferably in Costing.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Proficiency in Excel advanced formulas and PowerPoint 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Must be able to interface effectively at all levels and demonstrate good judgment, and tact and diplomacy with internal customers. Self-initiative, strong organization skills, and a positive attitude are helpful. 

• Experience working in a matrixed organization is preferred. 

• Minimal travel required. 

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