Sr. Financial Planning Analyst - Cost & Manufacturing (Onsite in Lodi, CA)

Danaher • Lodi, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cepheid , one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you’ll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world’s most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Sr. Financial Planning Analyst (Cost & Manufacturing) is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial transactions and reporting. This position is part of the Finance department and will be located in Lodi, California (Onsite). At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Conduct daily operational reports for production, labor, and expense that lead to forecasting. Conduct weekly manufacturing variance identification Cost accounting responsibilities such as: Item costing for new manufacturing items and during annual standard cost roll, monthly close entries and reporting for operations and capital asset expenses. Perform analysis and special projects such as Kaizens and process improvements. Work with Operations and supporting business units on cost analysis, forecasting and annual budget.

Requirements

• Strong Excel Skills
• Accounting/Standard Cost Experience
• ERP Systems Skills
• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in cost accounting -OR- Master’s degree in a related field with 3+ years of relevant experience, including cost accounting.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience
• SAP Experience
• Project Management

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operational reports for production, labor, and expense that lead to forecasting.
• Conduct weekly manufacturing variance identification
• Cost accounting responsibilities such as: Item costing for new manufacturing items and during annual standard cost roll, monthly close entries and reporting for operations and capital asset expenses.
• Perform analysis and special projects such as Kaizens and process improvements.
• Work with Operations and supporting business units on cost analysis, forecasting and annual budget.

Benefits

• Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
• Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees