Cost Accountant

About Munters

Munters is a global leader in climate control solutions for mission-critical processes. Through innovative and energy-efficient technologies, we create optimal climate conditions for demanding industrial and agricultural applications where controlling humidity, temperature, and air quality is essential.

Our solutions support customers across a wide range of industries, including data centers, battery manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and food production. By combining innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, we help our customers improve production quality, secure critical operations, and reduce the consumption of energy and water.

About the Role

We are looking for aCost Accountant to join our team and play a key role in supporting financial analysis and business decision-making.

In this position, you will be responsible for analyzing product and manufacturing costs, monitoring profitability and cost variances, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial information in accordance with applicable accounting, tax, and company standards.

You will work closely withFinance, Operations, and Supply Chain, providing meaningful financial insights, identifying cost improvement opportunities, and supporting actions that contribute to the achievement of the company’s financial and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• AnalyzeCost of Goods Sold (COGS) and explain key variances between actual results, budget, and forecasts.
• Analyze cost absorption related tomaterials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead.
• Monitor and evaluateproduct and business profitability, identifying trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare and analyzeSales and COGS reports by business unit to support financial and operational decision-making.
• Review and validatesales prices and transfer pricing for intercompany transactions.
• AnalyzeBills of Materials (BOM) and assess their accuracy and impact on manufacturing costs.
• Support themonth-end closing process, including the review and validation of accounting entries and provisions related to warranties, inventory obsolescence, and royalties.
• AnalyzePurchase Price Variances (PPV) and inventory adjustments, providing clear explanations and recommendations to management.
• Lead theannual standard cost update process, ensuring accurate and consistent product costing.
• Participate in the preparation of theannual budget and financial forecasts, particularly for manufacturing costs and inventory.
• Partner withOperations, Finance, and Supply Chain to provide financial analysis and insights that support strategic and operational decisions.

What You’ll Bring

We are looking for a proactive and analytical professional with a strong understanding ofcost accounting and manufacturing finance, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insights.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic manufacturing environment, collaborating across functions, and using financial analysis to drive business performance, we would like to hear from you.