Cost Accountant

About the role

Smith+Nephew is looking for a Cost Accountant who works closely with the Finance Director, supporting her or his responsibilities including special projects. The role involves reporting, analysis, budgeting, forecasting and capital justification, and works with minimal supervision. It is a P3 level position (internal use only) with an effective hire date in January 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Perform month-end close activities (entries and analysis) related to COGS and inventory
• Prepare monthly and quarterly accounting reports and analysis for management
• Analyse and develop standard cost variances on material purchase price, material usage and labour utilisation
• Take part in the annual budgeting and forecasting process, including validating BOMs and routes and developing headcount, costs, capital plans and productivity
• Maintain and review the general ledger, reconcile balance sheets and support SOX controls
• Attend meetings with operations management, present financial information and answer questions
• Work with department managers so that all production costs are fully captured and accurately reported
• Comply with quality, safety, occupational health and regulatory requirements, and safeguard documents, confidential information and assets

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in cost accounting (manufacturing environments preferred)
• Advanced English, and bilingual English-Spanish (at least 70%)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, able to handle several tasks at once and meet deadlines

Required skills

• GAAP and statutory accounting standards
• SOX and IFRS knowledge
• Thorough understanding of SAP or another fully integrated ERP manufacturing system (mandatory)
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint in Windows (mandatory)
• Knowledge of Free Trade Zone systems and regulations preferred

What we offer

• Stock purchase programme, referral bonus, transport and food subsidy, recognition programme
• Extra days off, birthday off and voluntary hours
• Company doctor, medical insurance, gym, health campaigns, employee assistance programme and parental leave
• Hybrid work model and flexible schedules for professional roles
• Training programme and unlimited learning