Commercial Strategy Consultant, Life Sciences

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Cost Accounting Manager in United States.

This role sits at the core of a global finance function, combining strategic oversight with hands-on leadership in cost accounting and supply chain finance. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, optimizing inventory and receivables performance, and strengthening internal controls across complex operational environments. Acting as a key business partner to operations, purchasing, and commercial teams, you will help translate financial data into actionable business insights. The position also plays a central role in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, directly influencing decision-making at the leadership level. Working within a collaborative and international setting, you will lead a small finance team while partnering with auditors and cross-functional stakeholders. This is a high-impact role for a finance professional who thrives in both analytical depth and operational leadership.

Accountabilities

In this role, you will oversee end-to-end cost accounting and financial performance management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment across supply chain activities. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and lead a team within a dynamic finance environment.

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting with a focus on supply chain, inventory, and accounts receivable performance
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes to support strategic decision-making
Partner with purchasing, operations, and warehouse teams to improve demand planning and financial efficiency
Monitor and optimize key financial KPIs such as inventory turnover and receivables performance
Develop and maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards
Collaborate with internal and external auditors during financial reviews and audits
Mentor and support finance team members while driving process improvements

Requirements

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise combined with leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of operational finance in a manufacturing or supply chain context.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA designation preferred)
5+ years of progressive experience in finance or cost accounting roles
Strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong analytical capabilities
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP is an asset
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels
Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working independently while contributing to team success

Benefits

Competitive base salary aligned with experience
Annual bonus eligibility based on performance
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Defined benefit pension plan for long-term financial security
Flexible work arrangements (remote/hybrid depending on role)
Paid vacation starting at 4 weeks annually
Wellness and work-from-home support allowances
Opportunities for professional development and internal career growth

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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Commercial Strategy Consultant, Life Sciences

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