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Cost Accountant

Quanterix
tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Massachusetts, Billerica
Mar 27, 2025
Quanterix is revolutionizing biomarker analysis to advance precision health, leveraging Simoa technology for ultra-sensitive protein detection. This transformative technology aims to enable earlier disease detection, better prognoses, and precise treatments, with the goal of significantly improving quality of life and longevity. We are on a mission to change the way in which healthcare is provided by giving researchers the ability to closely examine the continuum from health to disease.
To make this vision a reality, we brought together the most experienced management team, renowned scientists, industry leading investors and expert advisors, to form a collaborative ecosystem, united through the common goal of advancing the science of precision health.
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Cost Accountant will play a vital role in the maintaining the company's inventory valuation controls with month end close responsibilities to support accurate and reliable financials in accordance GAAP and SOX requirements. Key focus on SOX compliance, booking journal entries, preparing key reports and supporting overall cost accounting efforts in day-to-day operations. This is a flexible, 3 days a week, hybrid role (headquarters located in Billerica, MA).
WHAT YOU'LL DO:



  • Accountable for month end inventory close:

    • Reporting: downloading, saving, validating, and IPE
    • Preparing standard entries and inventory reconciliations


  • Responsible for preparing weekly reports to track PPV, Mfg. variances, and inventory balances.
  • Inventory control support: standard cost updates, work order review, BOM analysis, and transactional accuracy.
  • Support department roadmap to establish efficient, accurate, and reliable results.
  • Continuous improvement project resource: close calendar, SOX controls, standard entries, establishing key reporting schedules, close efficiencies, new product initiatives, system implementations, and other as needed.
  • Build trusted relationships with key business partners, including the Operations team and the FP&A teams.



BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 3+ years of experience in cost accounting
  • Experience with US GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting (SOX)
  • Advanced excel spreadsheet skills; Pivot tables, LOOKUPs, SUMif's
  • Experience with standard costing methodology



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Experience in publicly traded, global company, with a manufacturing industry experience.
  • Understanding of manufacturing cost structure: bills of materials, routings, and material cost valuation.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
  • Experience reporting and managing large excel workbooks with accuracy and reliability.



EXPECTATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES:


  • Ability to work under pressure to meet tight timelines
  • Requires strong focus on external audit support and SOX adherence
  • Motivated organized individual contributor, with experience working effectively with cross-functional teams



WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING FOR US:
Our Technology:
From discovery to diagnostics, Quanterix's ultrasensitive biomarker detection is fueling breakthroughs only made possible through its unparalleled sensitivity and flexibility. Simoa technology has delivered the gold standard for earlier biomarker detection in blood, serum or plasma, with the ability to quantify proteins that are far lower than the Level of Quantification (LoQ). Our industry-leading precision instruments, digital immunoassay technology and CLIA-certified Accelerator laboratory have supported research that advances disease understanding and management in neurology, oncology, immunology, cardiology, and infectious disease.
Our Commitment to Employees:
At Quanterix, our values are based on: Team, Innovation, Customer and Owner.



  • Team: Challenge assumptions, not the person. Respect diversity of thought and hold ourselves to lofty standards
  • Innovation: Stay curious, experiment, create and change
  • Customer: Prioritize and celebrate these pioneers by doing our best to deliver on commitments
  • Owner: Act with high integrity and in the best interest of Quanterix. Take measured risks; learn from success and failures.



We reward and recognize our employees by offering competitive compensation and a 401k plan with employer match, as well as competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We also offer an unlimited vacation policy to all exempt employees, and a generous PTO policy for non-exempt employees. All employees are eligible for equity, employee stock purchase plan, a performance bonus, and 1:1 financial counseling/planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free snacks and drinks every day!
DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE:
Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We strive to recruit candidates who will bring inclusive mindsets and contribute to our values.
Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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