Manager, Cost Accounting

Manager, Cost Accounting 

Welcome to an inspired career. 

At Halozyme, we are reinventing the patient experience and building the future of drug delivery. We are passionate about the important work we do and constantly strive to do more. We embrace transformation and work hard to innovate for the future. We do this together, as One Team – we rise by lifting others up and believe in the power of working together for the collective win. That’s why we need you—to help us make a significant impact by taking on increasingly complex challenges, leaping beyond the status quo, advancing our mission and making our One Team culture thrive. 

Join us as a Manager, Cost Accounting, and you’ll be part of a culture that welcomes diversity, thinks differently to solve problems, works collaboratively as one team, and delivers meaningful innovations that impact people’s lives. 

How you will make an impact 

The Manager, Cost Accounting, manages all aspects of the cost accounting process, including accounting for cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory transactions for our API and device inventory physically located at third-party logistic companies (3PLs), contract manufacturing organizations (CMO), suppliers, and our Minnetonka operating facility. This role performs inventory-related month end close activities; establishing, analyzing and maintaining standard costs; performing monthly variance analysis; and assisting with budgeting, planning, and forecasting inventory and COGS. The position acts as the liaison between 3PLs, CMOs, our internal manufacturing department and the finance department.  

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to: 

• Manage daily operations of the cost accounting function, including cost management of manufacturing operations and recognition of inventory transactions 

• Complete month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and journal entries, for inventory and product sales 

• Establish standard costs performing updates as needed, and calculate cost estimates for new and proposed products 

• Perform gross margin analyses, analyze purchase price and manufacturing variances, and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs 

• Prepare an inventory reserve analysis quarterly and generate corresponding management reports and prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and provide necessary information to support inventory and manufacturing decision-making 

• Assist with CMO batch fee budgeting and forecasting for other inventory costs and manufacturing expenses 

• Collaborate and partner cross-functionally within the organization and with external service providers, including 3PLs, CMOs, external auditors and legal 

• Assist with financial reporting requirements through preparation of audit and SEC support schedules 

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:  

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with a minimum of 8 years related experience (an equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered) 

• Bioscience or medical device experience a plus  

• Applied knowledge of US GAAP  

• Proven experience in ERP system implementation, including setup, testing, and integration, a plus 

• Manufacturing experience preferred 

• Knowledge of software preferred: Great Plains Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle & Net Suite  

In return, we offer you:  

• Full and comprehensive benefit program, including an Employee Stock Purchase Program and 401(k) matching. 

• Opportunities to grow in a culture that prioritizes learning, development and progression through in-house programs and tuition reimbursement. 

• A collaborative, innovative team that works as one to amplify your impact—on your career, the work you do and patients’ lives. 

The most likely base pay range for this position is $105k - $147k per year. Several factors, such as experience, tenure, skills, and particular business needs, will determine an individual’s exact level of compensation. Base salary is only one element of employee compensation at Halozyme. Total compensation could include bonuses, sales incentives, and equity awards. 

Halozyme, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: 
Halozyme is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our application process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, contact Human Resources at [email protected]. 

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