Sr. Cost Accountant

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com).

Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

Sr. Cost Accountant

Job Description

About Us:

Brooks Automation is a growing, fast-paced technology leader of automation solutions supporting the dynamic and expanding semiconductor and life sciences lab markets. At Brooks, new ideas, technologies and ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and collaborate with one another to achieve new heights. We are looking for a Sr. Cost Accountant as we accelerate our growth journey. This role will work as part of the Global Operations Finance and Cost Accounting team and provide financial reporting and analysis and support growth opportunities as our business expands. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Before the Fusion Cloud Release 1 cutover, assist in reviewing the migration plan to ensure; Steps are clearly identified, and interdependencies are thoroughly assessed and accounted for. Gaps are identified, with resolutions in place. Reconciliation processes and manual journal entries are outlined, with defined procedures for execution during the cutover phase.

• During Release 1 cutover, perform required reconciliations impacting inventory, and booking identified manual adjustments required

• Post Release 1 migration, take the lead on re-building I/co controls for the different I/co flows post Release I transition: SCFO, Interim Solutions, etc.

• Redefine I/co matching standard procedure, build procedures to identify month-end journal entries to fill process gaps

• Post Release 1 transition, support process stabilization by reviewing errors and drive discussions for resolution

• Support identification and build of new reports to satisfy needs for analytics and financial close

• Drive the completion of Policies and Procedures document for Annual Standard Cost

• Support discovery and design effort for next phases of Fusion Cloud project

• Support any other special projects as identified and assigned

What You'll Bring

• BS in Finance or Accounting and at least 8 years or more cost accounting experience, MBA/CPA would be a great plus

• Knowledge of inventory and costing, understanding of Variance Analysis

• Experienced with inventory valuation & provision requirements

• Experienced in global supply chain legal entity structure and end-to-end supply chain accounting flows

• Experience in driving global business process transformation / optimization, capable of driving business integration / readiness activities; M&A integration experience a plus

• Solution oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to bring a cross functional team onto the same page for a solution

• Functions effectively in a cross functional team

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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