Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We are pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs.  With five currently marketed medicines for serious diseases and an expansive late-stage pipeline, we continue to build upon our groundbreaking innovations in science and technology to provide greater value to patients; and we are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.

At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know our success is a direct result of the exceptional talent and dedication of our employees.

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money, and energy into making our onsite and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.

We are building on our rich history, and believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us.  We invite you to apply and join us if you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, our employees, and our organization.  Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

 

SENIOR MANAGER / ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, COST ACCOUNTANT

SUMMARY:

The Senior Manager/Assistant Director Cost Accountant role is responsible for cost accounting policies and procedures, maintaining and analyzing standard costs for all areas of the company, and supporting the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the SAP system. Works closely with manufacturing business partners and Accounting. This role will collaborate with accounting on balance sheet analysis (inventory), standard costing and complex special projects. The Sr. Manager/Assistant Director Cost Accountant will work under the supervision of the FP&A Development Chemistry and Manufacturing Lead to develop costing methodology and standard costs for manufactured products, both internal and external. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead annual standard costing exercise for commercial products in conjunction with FP&A counterparts, accounting, and manufacturing business partners. Develop & maintain costing, variance, and other accounting reports using SAP and related systems. Prepare and analyze cost allocations. Analyze variances in costs; Monitor and analyze labor costs and productivity, prepare monthly analysis of expense items to identify any trends or unusual fluctuations in results and investigate. Support accounting in performs balance sheet reconciliations for inventory/material monthly, check reasonableness and review/correct any discrepancies. Interface with manufacturing/material management departments regularly; provide summary of financial impact of operations activities on a monthly (or as needed) basis. Support finance leaders in developing the annual operating & capital expense budgets and forecasts. Work in tandem with accounting to conduct an analysis of inventory accounts (to include, but not limited to, inventory balances, inventory reserves, inventory turns, variance accounts etc.) and facilitates an inventory review process reporting to accounting on reserve recommendations. Collaborate with Global Trade Compliance to provide valuations of clinical and commercial shipments for imports/exports as required. Support accounting during external audits (interim reviews and year-end audits). Assists accounting in documenting policies, procedures, and controls for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. Participate in special projects and assignments on an ad hoc basis.

REQUIREMENTS:

At least 3 years of manufacturing cost accounting is required. At least 5 years of cost accounting or finance experience required. Proficiency in Excel is required. SAP S/4HANA ERP system is a strong preference. ERP implementation experience is a plus. Knowledge of accounting policies and procedures to ensure operational departments understand and follow the policies and procedures set forth by accounting. Ability to thrive in a sophisticated, multi-level environment and work cross-functionally with individuals and teams. Self-motivated, independent asset in the organization who has enthusiasm and energy for the job. An eye toward continuous improvement with a successful track record of optimizing processes. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Please visit our website, http://www.ionis.com, for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition #IONIS003485

Ionis offers an excellent benefits package! Follow this link for more details: Ionis Benefits

Full Benefits Link: https://www.ionis.com/careers/working-at-ionis/#:~:text=to%20Applicants%C2%A0%C2%BB-,Benefits,-Employees%20are%20rewarded

The pay scale for this position is $70,892 to $128,688 

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