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Senior Cost Accountant

RGP

Are you an experienced Cost Accountant with a passion for manufacturing, inventory analysis, and operational excellence? We're looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to play a key role in supporting inventory accuracy, cost analysis, month-end close, and financial reporting within a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, partnering with cross-functional teams, and driving process improvements, we'd love to hear from you.

  • Analyze and report manufacturing variances, including PPV (Purchase Price Variance) and cost revaluations

  • Prepare and support Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory calculations

  • Assist with Lower of Cost or Market (LCM) inventory valuation

  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Production, and Warehouse teams during month-end close to resolve inventory issues

  • Review work orders and identify inventory or material issues that impact financial accuracy

  • Lead the MRB (Material Review Board) process, including inventory disposition and destruction activities

  • Monitor inventory aging and aging work orders while identifying opportunities to reduce excess inventory

  • Perform inventory analysis using data from ERP systems, warehouse operations, and production reporting

  • Develop dashboards, KPIs, and operational metrics to improve inventory performance

  • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations supporting inventory and cost accounting

  • Support SOX compliance, internal controls, and external/internal audit requests

  • Drive continuous improvement by developing new reporting and analytical solutions

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • Experience in Cost Accounting within a manufacturing environment

  • Strong knowledge of:

  • Inventory Accounting

  • Standard Costing

  • Manufacturing Variances

  • PPV

  • Inventory Revaluation

  • Journal Entries

  • Account Reconciliations

  • SOX Controls

  • Advanced Excel skills

  • ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, JDE, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar preferred)

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

  • Ability to collaborate across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Manufacturing

Preferred Experience

  • Manufacturing or pharmaceutical industry experience

  • KPI reporting and dashboard development

  • Inventory control and warehouse operations

  • Continuous improvement initiatives

  • An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.

  • Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors. ?

  • Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.

Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It's time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently® with RGP.

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply. ?

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