Global Manager, Cost Accounting

Confluent Medical Technologies is Hiring a Global Manager, Cost Accounting!

Location: Alajuela, Costa Rica
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

Confluent Medical Technologies is a rapidly growing global medical device company focused on delivering innovative solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing.

We are seeking a Global Manager, Cost Accounting to lead company-wide cost accounting activities. This role will partner closely with Operations and Finance teams to provide critical financial insights, support planning processes, and drive operational performance across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Cost Accounting team supporting global operations

• Execute annual standard cost setting across all sites using ERP systems

• Establish PRR/PSR rates and SKU-level cost books

• Review BOMs and manufacturing methods to ensure costing accuracy

• Track and analyze manufacturing variances (labor, materials, overhead)

• Partner with Engineering and Operations to ensure accurate costing structures

• Prepare month-end journal entries and support financial close processes

• Perform PVM analysis in collaboration with Commercial Finance

• Deliver financial performance analysis vs. budget and forecast (PPV, variances, inventory, WIP, etc.)

• Provide management commentary on key cost drivers

• Support forecasting, budgeting, and Annual Operations Plan development

• Maintain inventory valuations and perform reconciliations

• Oversee cycle counts and inventory reporting across sites

• Support internal and external audits related to cost accounting

• Drive process improvements and implement best-in-class systems and controls

• Prepare FX forecasting and reporting

• Supervise and mentor two Corporate Cost Accountants

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance within a standard costing environment (manufacturing required; medical device preferred but not required)

• Experience leading or supervising a cost accounting team

• Strong communication skills across cross-functional and global teams

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing cost flows

• Knowledge of internal controls related to purchasing, inventory, and cost accounting

• MBA and CPA are considered a plus

• Experience with Epicor is a plus

• Knowledge of ISO, FDA, CE Mark, GAAP, NIIF, and local legislation is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Opportunity to lead global financial operations

• Exposure to international teams and cross-functional leadership

• Career growth in a fast-growing medical technology company

• Collaborative and high-impact work environment