Principal Cost Accountant

Curium is the world’s largest nuclear medicine company with more than a century of industry experience. We develop, manufacture and distribute world-class radiopharmaceutical products to help patients around the globe. Our proven heritage combined with a pioneering approach are the hallmarks to deliver innovation, excellence and unparalleled service. With manufacturing facilities across Europe and the United States, Curium delivers SPECT, PET and therapeutic radiopharmaceutical solutions for life‑threatening diseases to over 14 million patients annually. The name ‘Curium’ honors the legacy of pioneering radioactive researchers Marie and Pierre Curie, after whom the radioactive element curium was named and emphasizes our focus on nuclear medicine. The tagline ‘Life Forward’ represents our commitment to securing a brighter future for all those we serve: An enhanced quality of care for our patients. A trusted partner to our customers. A supportive employer to our valued team. Summary of Position The Principal Cost Accountant is responsible for supporting the financial operations and accuracy of reporting of the manufacturing facilities. The Principal Cost Accountant is a key business partner to Operations and Finance departments leadership, ensuring financial integrity, operational efficiency, and compliance with company policies. The Principal Cost Accountant reports to the Plant Controller. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm Essential Functions Must maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines (i.e. FDA, DEA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, ISO, USP, NRC, cGMP, etc.). Review and validate inventory transactions to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with internal controls. Analyze and reconcile inventory accounts, including raw materials, WIP and finished goods. Develop costing models to support new product introductions, process changes, and operational improvements. Manage all aspects of the Fixed Asset function, including tracking additions/disposals, preparing monthly depreciation entries, and overseeing the asset approval workflow. Prepare month‑end account reconciliations and contribute to KPI development and reporting. Assist the Plant Controller in enhancing policies, procedures, and internal controls related to the procure‑to‑pay and inventory cycles. Provide cost analysis and insights that support production planning, margin optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in the annual cost roll process and update standard costs on an as‑needed basis. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s degree preferred. CPA or CMA highly desired. Strong understanding of GAAP with IFRS knowledge a plus. Minimum 5‑7+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles. Minimum 2+ years of working in a standard cost system. Independent, inquisitive and a self‑starter. Demonstrated capacity to handle a diverse number of projects simultaneously. Strong ability to collaborate with a multi‑cultural and cross‑functional team. Proficiency in MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel); experience with Infor XA is a plus. Working knowledge of business intelligence tools preferred. Working Conditions: This position will work in typical office conditions with extensive time using computer equipment. Must possess good hand‑eye coordination; close attention to detail required. Willingness to work in a team‑based environment. Willingness to travel to and work in manufacturing facilities. May be required to sit or stand for long periods of 8+ hours a day while performing duties. Willingness to complete safety training within allotted timeframes. The position deals with many deadlines. Due to the short turnaround time of deadlines and limited time, overtime is sometimes required. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Equal Opportunity Employer Curium is anequal opportunity employerand believes everyone deserves respect, dignity and equality. All applicants will be considered for employmentwithout attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Job Segment: Medical Technologist, Compliance, Accounting, Nuclear, Business Intelligence, Healthcare, Legal, Finance, Energy, Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr Curium Pharma