Job Title: Controller- Global Costing and Process Improvement

Location: Acton, MA

Reports To: Director of Manufacturing Finance

Job Type: Full-Time | Hybrid

Direct Reports: 2

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Global Costing and Process Improvement Controller to lead global product costing, inventory valuation processes, and the development of finance and accounting activities across our medical device manufacturing network. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate FIFO valuation files globally, overseeing the standard cost process and annual cost ro ll, coordinating reserve treatments and processes, ensuring efficient and harmonized processes across locations and supporting financial planning and forecasting. The Global Costing Controller will also manage warranty accruals, ensure robust internal controls including SOX compliance, and lead efforts to streamline and automate manual processes. This is a high-impact role with visibility across global operations and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Costing & Valuation:

• Oversee the standard cost process, including annual updates ( overhead rate development), cost roll-ups (new part costing), and year over year or comparative analysis.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure cost accuracy and transparency.

• Monitor and reconcile inventory valuation across global sites.

• Coordinate Global Cycle Count and Physical Inventory activities across the enterprise .

• Review and Validate FIFO valuation files at the legal entity level . Provide insight to the organization related to trends and forecasts of the FIFO balance.

• Leverage automation, AI, and other tools to simplify processes across all costing activities.

Warranty, Accruals, & Reserves:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of warranty accruals and reserves, ensuring alignment with GAAP requirements /best practices, data focused calculations, and alignment with current operational capabilities.

• Partner with quality and service teams to refine warranty /replacement actuals and forecasting model assumptions .

• Lead Inventory Reserve processes including Excess and Obsolete, End of L ife products, Holiday Loaners, and quality related reserves.

• Support audit and compliance (SOX) testing related to reserve calculations and representation within the Insulet P& L .

• Support non-plant COGS related costs and reclasses related to non-revenue activities and manual COGS processing .

• Leverage automation and tools to simplify processes and drive efficiency within the manufacturing accounting team.

Planning & Forecasting:

• Drive consistency of finance and accounting activities across manufacturing teams and in alignment with central initiatives .

• Coordinate launches of new tools and processes across manufacturing finance teams.

• Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes for product costs, warranty, expected reserves treatment and inventory.

• Provide cost-related insights and analysis to inform strategic decisions and operational planning.

• Develop and maintain costing models to support scenario planning, Cost Per POD details and margin analysis.

Controls & Compliance:

• Ensure adequate internal controls are in place around all aspects of Inventory controls and Other COGS expenses in the P& L and across the balance sheet.

• Provide concise and meaningful Flux Analysis to support corporate reporting and analysis to support external filings.

• Lead SOX compliance efforts including documentation, process walkthroughs, and testing of key controls.

• Lead the Quarterly Adjustment process for Operations finance.

• Support the development of a system driven intransit process.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline and automate manual processes.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Manage and mentor two direct report s, ensuring high performance and professional development.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across finance, operations, and supply chain.

• Communicate clearly with senior leadership, providing actionable insights and recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred).

• 10 + years of experience in cost accounting, inventory valuation, or operations finance, preferably in a global manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of FIFO valuation, standard costing, inventory and warranty accounting.

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred) and advanced Excel skills.

• Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate across functions.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

• A P rocess Improvement mindset to help drive efficiencies across the organization

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, global environment.

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements and requires on-site work from an Insulet office. #LI-Hybrid

Additional Information:
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $128, 100.00 - $192, 150.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet's flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance-driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!

At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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