Cost Accounting Manager (hybrid) at Becton Dickinson NA in Canaan, Connecticut

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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.


We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.



Job Summary

Reporting to the Plant Controller, the Cost Accounting Manager will be a key member of the onsite finance team and financial business partner at the plant. In addition to analyzing & interpreting financial performance, this position will work closely with the Operations Finance Team on processes and analysis related to annual plant budgeting, quarterly forecasting, month-end closings, and other ad-hoc reporting. This position will be directly involved with the creation, validation, analysis, and communication of financial and operational data relating to cost improvements, CB2 preparation, and the capital processes.


Responsibilities:

Provide financial analysis to the operations team to aid in decision making including:

• Continuous improvement project analysis


• Capital and CB2 development and analysis


• New product cost development


• Other ad-hoc reporting


• Support the Plant Controller and partner with the finance team to develop and ensure standard costs are accurate and meet the cost improvement objectives set by Operations.

Support the finance team in the development of 3 year strategic plans, annual budget package, and quarterly forecasts for the plant including:

• Validating production volumes and analyzing leverage


• Ensuring productivity factors are in-line with expectations


• Working with Operations and Strategic Sourcing to minimize material inflation


• Conducting reviews to ensure staffing and overhead structures are appropriate


• Ensuring that manufacturing variances to standard and start-up costs are accurate


• Assist in preparation of capital expenditure authorizations and capital spending analysis. Support capital budgeting, forecasting, depreciation, and reporting requirements.


• Assist with the analysis of inventory levels and days inventory on-hand (DIO) to ensure they meet ISC/Operations targets.


• Support the Plant Controller in ensuring the site meets compliance to GAAP, legal/statutory, and BD internal accounting policies


• In partnership with the COE and Plant Controller, ensure timely and accurate financial performance reporting prepared by the COE


• Review annual physical inventory and/or cycle-count program to ensure accuracy


• Prepare and/or communicate various operational metrics as required


• Special projects as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with a focus in Accounting or Finance preferred


• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment


• SAP experience preferred


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required


• Strong analytical skills


• Knowledge of capital budgeting preferred including IRR/NPV principals and product costing methodologies


• Ability to work independently and in a team environment under pressure with tight deadlines and handle multiple, detail-oriented tasks

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.



Why Join Us?



A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.


To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.


To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers


Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.


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