Cost Accountant

philips· 0050 US00-REMOTE US9H
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📍 AlajuelaFull time

About this role

Job Title

Cost Accountant

Job Description

Cost Accountant:

Make a direct impact on manufacturing performance by ensuring production costs are accurately reflected in financial results and providing insights that support operational decision-making


Your role:

  • Analyze and monitor production costs, providing insights that support effective financial and operational decision-making.

  • Review the financial performance of production orders and evaluate standard versus actual costs to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

  • Contribute to month-end close activities, including financial reviews and cost-related reclassifications, ensuring accurate financial reporting.

  • Partner with Production Managers, plant supervisors and coordinators, manufacturing teams in Costa Rica to maintain accurate financial records and support business objectives.

  • Support new product cost estimates, assess the financial impact of process or product changes, and track cost-saving initiatives and efficiency improvement projects.


You're the right fit if:

  • You’ve acquired 2+ years of experience in Cost Accounting within a manufacturing or production environment.

  • Your skills include cost accounting, financial analysis of manufacturing operations, standard and actual cost analysis, financial close processes, and SAP.

  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or an equivalent field.

  • You have intermediate English proficiency (written and oral).

  • You’re a collaborative professional who can effectively partner with cross-functional teams across Finance and Manufacturing.


How we work together

We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in person at least 3 days per week.

This is an office-based role.

About Philips

We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody everywhere has access to the quality healthcare that we all deserve.

Do the work of your life to help the lives of others.

If you’re interested in this role and have many, but not all, of the experiences needed, we encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Philips. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Cost Accountant position at philips?
The salary for this Cost Accountant role at philips is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Cost Accountant position at philips located?
This Cost Accountant role at philips is based in Alajuela. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Cost Accountant role at philips full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Cost Accountant role in the 0050 US00-REMOTE US9H department at philips.
Which team or department does the Cost Accountant at philips belong to?
This Cost Accountant position is part of the 0050 US00-REMOTE US9H department at philips. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Cost Accountant position at philips?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to philips's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Cost Accountant job at philips posted?
This Cost Accountant position at philips was posted on Sep 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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