Principal Cost Accountant
Cognex CorporationCork, Ireland • Massachusetts, United States
Posted September 18, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Cognex Corporation designs, develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of image-based products, including many that use artificial intelligence to make decisions on what they see. Cognex products include machine vision systems, machine vision sensors, and barcode readers that are used in factories and distribution centers around the world. Cognex is the world's leader in the machine vision industry, having shipped more than 4 million image-based products, representing over $10 billion in cumulative revenue, since the company's founding in 1981. Headquartered in Natick, Massachusetts, USA, Cognex has offices and distributors located throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia. For details visit cognex.com.
Job Description
The Principal Accountant, Costing & Inventory, will oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, and financial analysis related to manufacturing, procurement, and supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, expertise in inventory accounting, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Requirements
- 7+ years in cost accounting, financial analysis, or business partnering, ideally in manufacturing.
- Strong background in standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
- Proficient in ERP/financial reporting systems; SAP preferred.
- Experience supporting internal/external audits.
- Advanced Excel skills required, SAP Analytics Cloud and Power BI a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills across all levels and global teams.
- Highly organized, adaptable, and effective in fast-paced changing environments.
- Team player who can also work independently.
