Sr. Cost Accountant

About the role

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients. We are PCI. Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI. Job Title: Sr. Cost Accountant Location: Philadelphia Summary of Objective: The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for leading general, cost, and financial accounting functions with a high degree of autonomy and technical expertise. This role drives the integrity, accuracy, and continuous improvement of cost accounting processes, financial reporting, and operational analysis. The Senior Cost Accountant plays a strategic role in supporting manufacturing operations through advanced standard costing, work-in-process analysis, inventory controls, and detailed variance analysis. This position partners cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance leadership to deliver actionable insights that drive performance, cost optimization, and margin improvement. This role is a key contributor to budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, audit support, and enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following but other duties may be assigned. Lead and oversee the accounting and reconciliation of job cost systems, ensuring integrity and optimization of cost structures. Own the maintenance, accuracy, and analysis of inventory valuation, including Raw Materials, WIP, and Finished Goods. Review and validate labor, burden, and material postings to ensure accurate job costing and financial reporting. Perform detailed gross margin analysis, job closeouts, and trend reporting to support operational decision-making. Prepare and review cost-related journal entries and ensure the accuracy of system-generated entries. Lead daily, monthly, and period-end reconciliations of cost accounts and sub-ledgers. Conduct advanced manufacturing variance analysis (labor, material, overhead) and present findings with actionable recommendations to leadership. Drive and support site-level continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost control, inventory optimization, and contribution margin expansion. Partner with Operations Focus Factory Teams to reduce aging inventory, manage add bills, and improve working capital performance. Perform complex cost studies, financial modeling, and ad hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives and capital investments. Support compliance with PCI Financial Policies and internal control requirements. Ensure timely and accurate audit support related to cost accounting and inventory. Develop, enhance, and present key financial and operational metrics to leadership teams. Serve as a key participant in monthly financial reviews and cross-functional departmental meetings. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve reporting automation, and enhance data integrity. Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, GCP, and regulatory policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor Required: Bacheor's Degree in a related field and/or 7-10 years related experience and/or training. College Level Mathematical Skills Advanced Computer Skills: Ability to perform the most complex computer tasks and operate various computer programs. Full Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately on all levels pertinent to professional needs. High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms. Preferred: High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms. High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms. High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is only limited standardization. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms. - Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team. - Experience in all facets of finance. - Demonstrated ability to work effectively with multiple levels across a highly cross-functional team including operations, engineering, purchasing and customer service. Strong communications,