Job Description Summary
Job Description
We are the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.
Job Overview
BD is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will provide financial and accounting support for the BD Diagnostic Systems business, specifically supporting the Baltimore Campus. You will play a key role in establishing and achieving financial objectives, formulating and executing operational strategies, and ensuring compliance with GAAP/SOX regulations.
Responsibilities
Oversee planning, reporting, and analysis of Standard Product Costing, Manufacturing Variances, Inventory, and its components.
Develop standard costs, maintain fixed assets, ensure appropriate reserve calculations, and accurate manufacturing performance reporting.
Act as a trusted advisor to the Plant Manager and Plant Leadership team, optimizing finance-related operational decisions, ensuring financial/accounting rigor, introducing process discipline, and safeguarding company assets.
Drive continuous financial improvement through GP Task Force, BD Excellence, Gross Profit analysis, Inventory analysis, New Product and Discontinuance Analysis, and Spending analysis.
Ensure financial reports and records comply with US GAAP and BD financial policies, maintaining financial controls and meeting Sarbanes/Oxley Act requirements.
Assist internal and external auditors with periodic reviews, implementing agreed-upon recommendations within areas of responsibility.
Education
Bachelor's degree required with a focus in Accounting or Finance preferred. A CPA, MBA, or CMA is preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 3+ years of relevant progressive accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment, including manufacturing operations, product costing, manufacturing variances, inventory control, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
Proven ability to lead and serve as an effective team member in a large organization, including planning, developing, organizing, directing, managing, and evaluating personnel.
Skills
Demonstrated ability to improve controls and influence decisions through accounting knowledge and data-driven financial analysis, seeking to add tangible value to the business through strategic guidance and collaboration.
Proactively identify opportunities and challenges, working closely with business leaders to find solutions.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, macros, VLOOKUPS, etc.).
ERP experience is necessary; specifically, SAP experience is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well with management at all levels.
Knowledge of corporate accounting policies and procedures.
Self-driven, proactive, and seeks continuous improvement.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, matrixed, challenging environment with strong attention to detail.
Well-organized with good analytical and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead projects.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit? https://bd.com/careers
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.
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Primary Work Location
USA MD - Hunt Valley
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At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates-their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You (https://jobs.bd.com/benefits) .
Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.
Salary Range Information
$99,700.00 - $164,300.00 USD Annual
Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.
