Senior Manager, Cost Accounting and Manufacturing Operations

Tunnell Consulting•Boston, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Tunnell Consulting is an employee-owned, life sciences management consulting firm. Known for solving complex problems in the life sciences, we support the mission and objectives of a variety organizations including biotech, pharma, the U.S. Government, foundations, public/private partnerships, investors, and emerging companies. The variety of clients and issues that we support give our team and our organization an ever-increasing breadth of experience to add to our deep industry and functional expertise. Headquartered in the Philadelphia area, we also have a presence in Washington DC, and Boston. Currently, one of our client’s based in the Greater Boston, MA area is seeking to hire a Senior Manager Cost Accounting and Manufacturing Operations. This is a full-time direct hire role. Candidates from the Greater Boston, MA area are preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7–9 years of experience in manufacturing finance, inventory, or cost accounting roles
Strong experience with Oracle (OPM preferred)
Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory, and cost accounting
Knowledge of U.S. GAAP in a manufacturing environment
Experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals preferred
Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills across teams and with external partners
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members
Understanding of SOX controls and internal control processes including design and implementation and ongoing evaluation of controls.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Candidates from the Greater Boston, MA area are preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with Manufacturing, QA, QC, and Process Development teams on financial planning and analysis
Lead and develop the inventory and manufacturing finance team
Work within our existing Oracle ERP system and the Oracle Process Manufacturing module, lead efforts to recommend and implement any expansions of the system.
Manage product costing, including standard costs and variance analysis
Oversee monthly close for inventory, manufacturing, and clinical programs (U.S. GAAP)
Ensure accuracy of inventory transactions and reporting in Oracle ERP
Develop, implement and maintain a standard cost accounting process.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
Maintain inventory controls, cycle counts, and internal controls
Deliver financial reporting and analytics for leadership and decision-making
Support audits and SEC reporting requirements
Identify and implement process and system improvements