Sr. Cost Analyst

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Job description

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

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ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role will be working closely with Operation team, will be responsible for, but not limiting to the following duties /other duties may be assigned in addition to below:

• Manage E&O reserve analysis and process including quarterly review with Operations Team and presentation to senior management
• Support PPV process including planning and communications with the Supply Management team, monthly cash/incremental PPV/MOH forecasts, month-end reviews and flux analyses, journal entries and reporting
• Perform month-end close duties involving various journal entries, accruals for E&O reserves and external suppliers
• Interface with internal and external auditors, provide account analysis and variance explanations
• Support Global Supply Chain on setting up incremental PPV baseline and setting up standard raw material costs
• Support process improvement projects, new legal entity implementations, business system process improvements E&O process and reporting, Contract Manufacturing activities and inventory reserves;
• Support and participate in the key projects including activities associated with Capacity Expansion, Inventory Reduction Projects.
• Support Kaizen events and cost improvement initiatives
• Develop and provide ad-hoc reports as required by the management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business with accounting concentration or equivalent experience

Knowledge and skills:

• At least 7 years’ experience in cost accounting – experience with in-house manufacturing highly preferred
• Must be detail oriented with well-developed organizational and analytical skills
• Effective communicator of technical & non-technical information
• Must have the ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment with proven ability to be flexible and adaptable within a changing dynamic environment
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skill
• Good analytical skills & sound Judgment
• Customer service oriented – high sense of urgency
• Stretch oriented – embraces and thrives on challenge, a fast pace environment, performs well under pressure, juggle multiple priorities and meets aggressive deadlines
• Continuous improvement oriented – has familiarity with lean principles and how to apply them to Finance value streams
• Remains flexible and takes the risks necessary to achieve the business objectives in a compliant manner
• Works with local process improvement teams to define resources, measures and tactics that contribute to achievement of company objectives

Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com .

When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

Danaher is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and all voices are heard. We believe in our associates and the unique perspectives they bring to every challenge, which is why we’ll empower you to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.

When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies require all US and Puerto Rico employees to be vaccinated against COVID–19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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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 crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at to request accommodation.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.