Mesa Laboratories, Inc. · 1 day ago
Senior Cost Accountant
Lakewood, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expMesa Laboratories, Inc. is dedicated to enabling scientific breakthroughs and improving quality of life. The Senior Cost Accountant will lead advanced cost accounting activities, providing analysis and strategic insights to enhance cost efficiency and profitability while partnering with various departments to support strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
BiotechnologyHealth Care
Responsibilities
Lead the analysis of production and operational costs, preparing comprehensive cost reports and dashboards for leadership
Independently monitor, analyze, and explain complex cost variances, trends, and drivers, providing clear and actionable recommendations
Design, enhance, and maintain cost accounting methodologies, models, and systems to ensure accurate and timely cost tracking
Serve as a subject matter expert for cost structures, standard costing, and variance analysis
Lead cost-related components of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range planning activities
Partner with department leaders to develop assumptions, analyze scenarios, and assess financial impacts of operational changes
Evaluate budget performance and proactively recommend corrective actions or process improvements
Support strategic initiatives through detailed cost modeling and sensitivity analysis
Oversee inventory valuation, standard cost updates, and reserve analyses to ensure accuracy and compliance
Lead physical inventory processes and reconciliation efforts, resolving discrepancies and improving controls
Develop and implement inventory and cost control strategies to reduce waste, optimize stock levels, and improve margins
Provide guidance on inventory-related accounting decisions and best practices
Identify, evaluate, and lead cross-functional cost reduction and efficiency initiatives
Conduct detailed cost-benefit and ROI analyses for capital investments, process changes, and new product introductions
Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and engineering teams to embed cost discipline into decision-making
Drive continuous improvement in cost accounting processes, tools, and reporting
Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies related to cost accounting and inventory
Lead preparation for internal and external audits, serving as a primary point of contact for cost-related inquiries
Review audit findings and partner with stakeholders to implement corrective actions as needed
Act as a trusted advisor to finance and operational leaders by translating complex cost data into business insights
Lead or participate in cross-functional projects focused on operational efficiency and financial performance
Provide training, guidance, and informal mentorship to junior accounting staff on cost accounting principles and practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Typically 5+ years of experience in cost accounting or manufacturing finance roles
Advanced proficiency in cost accounting systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Excel
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high level of attention to detail
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory management, and cost control methodologies
Benefits
Annual bonus opportunity of 12% based on company performance
Annual equity award of $10,000
Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options, Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
Company paid life insurance and AD&D
Flexible Time Off Policy
Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
Nine (9) paid company holidays per year
Company
Mesa Laboratories, Inc.
Mesa Labs helps you monitor and maintain higher standards in any environment – from the air we breathe to the critical moments of life-saving care.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2016-02-10Acquired
Leadership Team
Glenn Adriance
VP and Chief Sales & Marketing Officer
Kellie H. Kvan, JD, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Division Human Resources Business Partner Leader
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