Manager, Cost Accounting

Job Overview

Manager of Cost Accounting responsible for inventory and cost accounting, ensuring accurate reporting of Cost of Goods Sold and related accounts. Works closely with Accounting & Reporting team, operational accounting, FP&A, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing. Supports implementation of Net Suite cost accounting module. This is a full‑time hybrid position (3 days a week) located in Somerville – Assembly Row, Massachusetts.

• Account for and support the operational aspects of the inventory cycle, including COGs, Bill of Materials, inventory management & reconciliations, and variances.
• Implement and manage the inventory and COGS modules of Net Suite.
• Improve cost accounting models and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process for costing and inventory modules.
• Generate accurate, timely inventory and costing reports to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the finance team on manufacturing variances, gross margin, and excess/obsolete inventory analysis.
• Review standard costs quarterly.
• Partner with FP&A, technical accounting, and functional business owners on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting actual cost vs. budget and forecasts, and key performance indicators.
• Drive and support internal manufacturing finance controls and processes with continuous improvement methodology.
• Interact with internal & external auditors, providing analyses and audit schedules to ensure compliance.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

• 7+ years of cost accounting experience, with at least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Certification in Cost Accounting preferred.
• Experience in cost accounting for biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing, including internal and external manufacturing and testing costs.
• Experience building and leading a cost accounting system in Net Suite.
• Familiarity with Net Suite.
• Excellent business partnership and team development skills.
• Results‑orientation with proven ability to execute collaborative projects and develop subject‑matter expertise.

• Pay range: $121,000—$161,000 USD (base salary).
• Eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive.
• Comprehensive benefits suite: health, life and disability insurance; employer‑matched 401(k); lifestyle spending account; flexible time‑off + paid holidays; tuition reimbursement & loan repayment assistance; paid parental leave; paid onsite parking; commuter subsidy; and more.

Genetix is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.