Senior Accountant

OraSure Technologies

Senior Accountant owning inventory accounting, product costing, and financial reporting for OraSure Technologies' health diagnostics business. Supporting close, audits, controls, and operational decision-making.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeBethlehem • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $62,000 - $107,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory accounting, U.S. GAAP compliance, and cost analysis within a manufacturing environment. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.

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Inventory AccountingU.S. GAAP KnowledgeERP System ExperienceAdvanced Microsoft ExcelAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Journal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsCost ValuationVariance AnalysisBalance Sheet ReconciliationsForecastingBudgetingCycle CountsInventory ValuationManufacturing Costing

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailSound JudgmentTime ManagementIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsSharePointOneDrive

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in FinanceBachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentCost AccountingInventory ManagementFinancial AuditsInternal Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own inventory accounting and related month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, rollforwards, and supporting schedules
Maintain and review standard costs, bills of material, routings, overhead rates, and other cost inputs in the ERP
Coordinate ERP cost updates with Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Finance
Analyze purchase price, material usage, labor, overhead, production, and other inventory-related variances
Investigate variance drivers and communicate findings and recommended actions
Reconcile inventory subledgers to the general ledger and resolve inventory differences
Support cycle counts and physical inventories, including planning, variance review, accounting adjustments, documentation, and control follow-up
Prepare and assess inventory reserves and valuation adjustments in accordance with company policy and U.S. GAAP
Review inventory transactions and master data; identify root causes of exceptions and partner on corrections
Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries and perform complex balance sheet reconciliations
Support cost-of-goods-sold and gross-margin reporting through product, site, and variance analysis
Assist with forecasts, budgets, and operational decision support
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to inquiries, and maintaining documentation
Document accounting procedures and internal controls; implement process improvements
Provide technical guidance and cross-training to accounting and business partners
Serve as a backup for selected general accounting activities
Travel may be required to local Bethlehem, Pennsylvania sites and occasionally for training, audits, inventories, collaboration, or external meetings
Perform other accounting and finance responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required
Five years of progressive accounting experience
Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, general ledger accounting, inventory valuation, and manufacturing or product costing concepts
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, reconciliations, and analysis of large data sets
Experience with an enterprise resource planning system; SAP experience is strongly preferred
Ability to translate detailed accounting data into clear business insights and communicate effectively with financial and non-financial partners
Ability to manage multiple deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and work independently in a fast-paced close environment
Strong attention to detail, analytical problem-solving skills, and commitment to complete, accurate, and well-documented work
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive
Reliable high-speed internet access suitable for effective remote work on hybrid days

Benefits

Comp & perks

Tiered Medical PPO, EPO, Vision and Dental coverage
Disability and Life Insurance Benefits
Generous 401K plan and company-matching contributions
Highly competitive paid time-off
Maternity Leave and Parental Leave Coverage
Employee Referral Program – you may be eligible for a cash bonus if your referrals are hired
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Service Recognition
Job-related Training Programs
Ability to participate in Teams, Committees, Events and Clubs
Depending on the role you may be eligible to work in a hybrid environment or fully remotely
Free Onsite Parking
LIVE IT Committee
All Means U employee committee events, monthly book club and mentorship program
Wellness Committee
Sustainability Committee
Social Committee events for remote and onsite employees
Reasonable accommodation during recruitment and employment