Munters is a global leader in climate control solutions for mission-critical processes. Through innovative and energy-efficient technologies, we create optimal climate conditions for demanding industrial and agricultural applications where controlling humidity, temperature, and air quality is essential.
Our solutions support customers across a wide range of industries, including data centers, battery manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and food production. By combining innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, we help our customers improve production quality, secure critical operations, and reduce the consumption of energy and water.
About the RoleWe are looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team and play a key role in supporting financial analysis and business decision-making.
In this position, you will be responsible for analyzing product and manufacturing costs, monitoring profitability and cost variances, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial information in accordance with applicable accounting, tax, and company standards.
You will work closely with Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain, providing meaningful financial insights, identifying cost improvement opportunities, and supporting actions that contribute to the achievement of the company’s financial and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities- Analyze Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and explain key variances between actual results, budget, and forecasts.
- Analyze cost absorption related to materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead.
- Monitor and evaluate product and business profitability, identifying trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Prepare and analyze Sales and COGS reports by business unit to support financial and operational decision-making.
- Review and validate sales prices and transfer pricing for intercompany transactions.
- Analyze Bills of Materials (BOM) and assess their accuracy and impact on manufacturing costs.
- Support the month-end closing process, including the review and validation of accounting entries and provisions related to warranties, inventory obsolescence, and royalties.
- Analyze Purchase Price Variances (PPV) and inventory adjustments, providing clear explanations and recommendations to management.
- Lead the annual standard cost update process, ensuring accurate and consistent product costing.
- Participate in the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts, particularly for manufacturing costs and inventory.
- Partner with Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to provide financial analysis and insights that support strategic and operational decisions.
We are looking for a proactive and analytical professional with a strong understanding of cost accounting and manufacturing finance, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insights.
If you enjoy working in a dynamic manufacturing environment, collaborating across functions, and using financial analysis to drive business performance, we would like to hear from you.
Skills Required
- Strong understanding of cost accounting
- Strong understanding of manufacturing finance
- Analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to translate financial information into actionable business insights
Munters Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Munters and has not been reviewed or approved by Munters.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive in the U.S., contributing meaningfully to overall compensation value. Mentions of full medical, dental, and vision plans are paired with a generally favorable view of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and defined vesting, reinforcing longer-term value for employees. This is positioned as a consistent element of the core package in the U.S.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Around three weeks of vacation to start is frequently noted for U.S. roles, aligning with competitive mid‑market packages. Time off is often highlighted as a positive component of total rewards.
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What We Do
Munters is a global leader in energy-efficient air treatment and climate solutions. Using innovative technologies, we create the perfect climate for customers in a wide range of industries. We have been defining the future of air treatment since 1955. Today, 3,940 employees carry out manufacturing and sales in more than 30 countries. Munters Group AB reported annual net sales of SEK 10.4 billion in 2022 and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.
