Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are essential to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop unique career experiences and perspectives. Ranked #92 on the 2022 Fortune 500 list and with revenues of more than $40 billion, you’ll discover endless opportunities to grow a rewarding career as part of the world leader serving science.

How you will make an impact:

The Life Sciences and Laboratory Products Group (LSLPG) within Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Cost Accountant II in San Jose, Costa Rica. The Cost Accountant will be a key partner and support all businesses in tracking, controlling, and recording adjustments for Demo inventory and GIT. This role will also provide timely support for E&O, Cost Roll, and CMV processes.

What you will do:

• Track and depreciate Demo inventory for NA. Lead businesses in reconciling Demo inventory account balances and ensure the correct addition and timely retirement of Demo inventory. Lead Physical Inventories of Demo inventory as needed. Reconcile all Demo inventory accounts each month.

• Prepare journal entry to record global E1 Intercompany Goods In-Transit (GIT) during the monthly close. Reconcile all GIT accounts during closing.

• Support the Cost Accounting Team in E&O, CMV and Global Cost Roll processes, including the loading of large amounts of data into different ERP systems.

• Build reporting templates and perform ad hoc analyses as assigned by the Finance Director, Ops Finance, or the businesses.

• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

How will you get here:

Requirements:

• Advanced College Bachelor student related with the position or 5 years of experience in similar positions

• B2+ English Level

• Experience in Cost Accounting and Manufacturing is preferred.

• Experience in JD Edwards E1 and SAP ERP systems is required, preferably in Costing

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in Excel advanced formulas and PowerPoint

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Must be able to interface effectively at all levels and demonstrate good judgment, and tact and diplomacy with internal customers. Self-initiative, strong organization skills, and a positive attitude are helpful.

• Experience working in a matrixed organization is preferred.

• Minimal travel required.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

• Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.