JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Cost Accounting Manager is responsible for management of the full plant P&L at the Columbus West facility in Columbus, NE. This includes providing financial support to Finance and Operations leaders, playing a key role in establishing and achieving financial objectives and formulating and executing Operations strategies. This position will maintain accounting and reporting procedures resulting in accurate product costs and manufacturing performance reporting. Further, this position will have functional accountability to the Global Business Services organization – striving to improve and standardize finance processes company wide.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Cost Accounting Manager is responsible for management of the full plant P&L at the Columbus West facility in Columbus, NE. This includes providing financial support to Finance and Operations leaders, playing a key role in establishing and achieving financial objectives and formulating and executing Operations strategies. This position will maintain accounting and reporting procedures resulting in accurate product costs and manufacturing performance reporting. Further, this position will have functional accountability to the Global Business Services organization – striving to improve and standardize finance processes company wide.
On-Site Columbus West Facility located in Columbus, NE.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a track record of demonstrating the management of increasing levels of responsibility, successful business partnering at a senior level, and leading cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to improve controls and influence decisions through accounting knowledge and data driven financial analysis
• Cost Accounting, General Accounting, and Finance knowledge are all required
• Advanced Excel skills are vital
• ERP experience is vital; SAP experience is preferred
• Audit experience preferred

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Background in lean manufacturing/six sigma a plus

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Requires 5+ years of relevant professional accounting and/or finance experience, including of product costing, manufacturing variances and inventory control experience
• Proven track record of leading and serving as an effective team member in a large organization.
• CPA/CMA/MBA a plus
  At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
  For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the operations Staff in the overall management of the operations financials, specifically in the annual Budget, quarterly Projection, and monthly actual processes. Key areas include material variances, labor & indirect expenses, inventory, and capital.
• Responsible for preparing, analyzing and reporting monthly and annual financials to Facility, Division and Corporate management.
• End to end ownership of Fixed and Variable operating budget for the facility.
• Perform monthly balance sheet review and reconciliation.
• Assist and challenge teams with compiling cost improvements, team goals, and monthly forecasts.
• Manage both internal and external audits performed at the facility.
• Review, challenge, monitor, and support control procedures
• Manage and report results of annual physical inventory.

PROJECT-RELATED RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Where applicable, drive operational improvements, maintain and enhance processes and controls, and take ownership of new processes.
• Document relevant information with critical financial roles of the plant.