Cost Accountant III

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

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: 
 
Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Cost Accountant III in Costa Rica.  The Cost Accountant will be a key partner and support all businesses in setting accurate standard costs for new SKUs and ensuring that new inventory is valued correctly on the Balance Sheet. 

What you will do: 

• Set new SKUs standard costs in different ERP systems for North America and EMEA in accordance with corporate policies and generally accepted accounting principles. Support APAC regions in setting new SKU standard costs as a backup. 

• Actively seek out and implement process improvements for new SKU costing. Collaborate with the EMEA and APAC regions to share best practices and explore global solutions to new SKU costing. 

• Build reporting templates and perform ad hoc analyses as assigned by the Finance Director, Ops Finance, or the businesses. 

• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned. 

How will you get here: 
 
Requirements: 

• Accounting bachelor’s degree or 6 years of experience in similar positions. 

• B2+ English Level 

• Experience in Cost Accounting and Manufacturing is preferred. 

• Experience in JD Edwards and SAP ERP systems 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. 

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. 
Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued. 
 
 
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.