Senior Cost Accountant
Location: Shanbally, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork
Contract: 12‑month contract
Summary
BioMarin is seeking a highly motivated Senior Cost Accountant to join our Technical Operations (TOPS) Finance team. The Senior Cost Accountant will be part of the Consolidated Reporting team within the TOPS Finance organization, responsible for global TOPS reporting including inventory costing, excess & obsolescence, SOX compliance, US GAAP audits, intercompany profit elimination and balance sheet reconciliations. This role supports global manufacturing and supply chain finance operations for BioMarin’s products across multiple stages of production and distribution, collaborating extensively with regional and global finance teams and technical operations teams.
Responsibilities
* Month‑end close responsibilities including operating overhead treatment, balance sheet reconciliations per US GAAP, and submission of close deliverables.
* Accounting for manufacturing activity including material purchases, overhead absorption, and contract manufacturing costs.
* Ensure correct accounting for Buy/Sell entities and all intercompany inventory transactions, including PII eliminations.
* Develop an understanding of material flow from bulk manufacturing through to fill/finish stage to ensure accurate inventory values.
* Monitor production plans for bulk manufacturing and CMO activity to ensure accurate inventory valuation and complete overhead absorption.
* Conduct data mining and analysis, interpreting and communicating information to relevant stakeholders in a meaningful and actionable way.
* Complete inventory costing activities for new inventory items, working with business functions to identify costing requirements and align on timelines.
* Evaluate inventory balances for excess and obsolescence and determine need for inventory reserves.
* Review and analyze inventory variances monthly and work with business functions to understand drivers.
* Participate in the annual standard cost setting process.
* Assist with preparation of consolidated financial management reporting for TOPS, covering balance sheet and P&L inventory areas.
* Review and maintain cycle counts and initiate action on discrepancies, working closely with CMO, supply chain and manufacturing departments to ensure inventory accuracy at all locations.
* Maintain internal controls in line with corporate standards, GAAP and Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements; cooperate with internal and external auditors as needed.
* Establish relationships with Corporate & Regional Finance teams to ensure all reporting requirements are performed timely and accurately.
* Represent TOPS Finance in local and global projects and initiatives, engaging in continuous improvement initiatives to drive process efficiencies.
* Collaborate with ERP and global finance teams to identify and introduce process enhancements to improve efficiency.
* Interact and collaborate effectively within workgroups and across areas of expertise, demonstrating strong customer service orientation.
Education
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA qualification.
Experience
* Experience in a multinational organization with inventory costing experience is required.
* Demonstrated experience in process improvement initiatives and working independently.
* Knowledge of US GAAP, Sarbanes‑Oxley and internal control environment desirable.
* Experience with an integrated ERP system, general ledger functions, sub‑ledger processes, and period closing; understanding of manufacturing accounting functions. SAP experience is a distinct advantage.
Other Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full time
Job function: Accounting / Audit and Finance
Industry: Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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