Biotech Accountant Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Overview: 

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. The job opportunity below is with one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. The client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As a global leader in serving the scientific community, the organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Their global team delivers innovative technologies, convenient procurement solutions, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands. 

Position:        Manufacturing Cost Accountant
Location:       Hillsboro, OR - 97124
Duration:       3 Months 
Job Type:       Temporary Assignment 
Work Type:    Onsite 

Summary

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Month-End Close process by ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled in a timely manner.
• Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and assist with financial reporting activities.
• Conduct detailed production cost analysis for direct materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead to ensure cost accuracy and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Supervise and monitor inventory levels, track inventory usage, reconcile discrepancies, and support accurate inventory valuation while minimizing waste and shortages.
• Prepare and present manufacturing cost reports with insights and recommendations to support management decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements related to cost accounting activities.
• Support internal and external audits by responding to audit requests with accurate and complete documentation.
• Perform variance analysis by monitoring actual costs against budgeted targets, investigating discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, finance, and other cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve operational and cost efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to manufacturing cost control, inventory accuracy, and financial process optimization.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related experience.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting or manufacturing cost accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting, cost accounting principles, and best practices.
• Ability to apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to complex financial and operational data.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably QAD or Oracle Hyperion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, reporting, modeling, and data presentation.
• Experience with inventory accounting, production costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Understanding of internal controls, regulatory compliance, and audit support processes.
• Demonstrated project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in environments with ambiguity and complexity.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to function as an effective finance business partner.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.