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Senior Cost Estimator roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Engineers category, provided you hold a relevant engineering or construction management degree. Canadian citizens can secure TN status by presenting employer documentation at the border or port of entry. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. Employers prepare a support letter to facilitate your TN application.
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Bedford, MA, US, 01730
Business Unit: Amptek
Posting Date: Sep 9, 2026
Position Summary
The position will be responsible for the direction, review, and management of both cost accounting responsibilities and some financial responsibilities. The Senior Cost Accountant will be responsible for maintaining a cost control environment that complies with the Company’s internal control policies and Sarbanes-Oxley. The Senior Cost Accountant will assist in any ad-hoc analysis and projects as required. This position will also be responsible for producing financial analysis and explaining variances and anomalies by researching issues.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Applies principles of finance and cost accounting to various accounting duties related to the Business Unit's financial and operational planning and reporting
- Responsible for the maintenance of the manufacturing plant’s cost accounting systems, cost controls & integrity
- Responsible for the financial coordination, administration and analysis of manufacturing operations. This involves analyzing sales and cost of sales, labor reporting, product costing, and monthly material usage variances and inventory adjustments to be used for pricing review
- Responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and participation of the physical inventories as well as the analysis of the results. Responsible for the monthly accounting and reconciling of the financial to perpetual inventory. Coordination responsibility extends not only to production departments but to outside stockrooms and vendors.
- Oversee and manage the annual Fixed Asset Physical inventory process & 4-Wall Yearly Inventory
- Track spending on capital projects and maintain the Capital Roll-forward
- Develop computer driven reports, dashboards, and metrics to support operations. Candidate should possess the ability to analyze and interpret the resulting data.
- Responsible for the coordination and analysis of direct labor reporting within the business unit.
- Preparing recurring monthly journal entries related to inventory, labor reporting, cost of sales and other various entries and their corresponding reconciliations.
- Responsible for standard cost duties as follows:
- Ensure accurate product costing – including reviewing BOM’s, overhead rates, etc.
- Review and load material standard costs into ERP database
- Perform assembly cost roll ups
- Analyze cost changes, margin impact and inventory value adjustment effect
- Complete Make vs. Buy analyses
- Perform standard cost update process
- Develop and monitor labor and overhead rates for department / cost center
- Work with manufacturing engineering to ensure cost and rate accuracy
- Review cost routings for reasonableness and bill of materials accuracy
- Drive, prepare and analyze information required for the annual standard cost updates and review
- Perform quarterly LIFO calculation and reporting.
- Review and close manufacturing work orders
- Responsible for actual to standard manufacturing variance analysis as follows:
- Analyze and verify monthly labor utilization and efficiency
- Review and investigate purchase price and material usage variances
- Work with marketing and purchasing to establish proper cost on new parts and assemblies
- Responsible for review, reporting and analysis of inventories, inventory reserves (including E&O), slow moving inventories, obsolete inventories, scrap, and inter-company transfers
- Assist with both internal and external audits
- Monitor and analyze Cycle Count results and performance and issue monthly reports and ensure compliance to corporate cycle counting procedure
- Assist in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
- Lead the analysis of product costs, overhead absorption, abnormal fixed cost expenditures, etc.
- Develop a full and complete understanding of cost flows to determine proper costing (e.g. machine and labor hours, overhead costs, allocations and material costs)
- Daily interface with manufacturing personnel and production planners. Assist planning and scheduling to improve inventory controls and internal programs.
- Prepare monthly manufacturing plant performance reports, analyzing against forecasts or budgets
- Monitor and review MMC report weekly for any fluctuations [red flags], abnormalities or other problems with sales or margins
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of cost accounting procedures and financial reporting.
- Create, maintain, and update documentation for cost accounting processes, internal controls, and standard operating procedures to support compliance and knowledge retention.
- Create and monitor special project accounting
- Perform other related duties, ad hoc reporting & analysis, and special projects as required.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting
- 5+ years of manufacturing cost accounting experience in a standard cost environment
- CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred, MBA or CMA a plus
Skills/Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft office including advanced skills in Excel
- Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (formerly Navision) and HFM a plus
- SOX internal control assessments (Section 404) experience
- A highly productive self-starter with very strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
- Strong accountability and detail oriented; prepares accurate and timely work product.
- Strong communication, presentation, leadership, interpersonal, planning and problem-solving skills cross-functionally
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
- Fluency in English language (oral and written)
- Must have excellent analytical skills; sound understanding of accounting principles
- Well organized and self-directed with the ability to relate to all levels of an organization
- Must be a team player with high energy
- Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required
About us:
Amptek, an AMETEK company, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced X-ray and gamma-ray detection systems, X-ray sources, and analytical instrumentation. Its innovative technologies support a wide range of applications, including scientific research, industrial inspection, medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and aerospace missions. As part of AMETEK, a worldwide provider of industrial technology solutions, Amptek combines cutting-edge innovation with a strong commitment to quality, customer collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Compensation
- Employee Type: Salaried
- Currency: USD
- Salary Minimum: 100,000
- Salary Maximum: 120,000
- Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
Location:
Bedford, MA, US, 01730
Business Unit: Amptek
Posting Date: Sep 9, 2026
Position Summary
The position will be responsible for the direction, review, and management of both cost accounting responsibilities and some financial responsibilities. The Senior Cost Accountant will be responsible for maintaining a cost control environment that complies with the Company’s internal control policies and Sarbanes-Oxley. The Senior Cost Accountant will assist in any ad-hoc analysis and projects as required. This position will also be responsible for producing financial analysis and explaining variances and anomalies by researching issues.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Applies principles of finance and cost accounting to various accounting duties related to the Business Unit's financial and operational planning and reporting
- Responsible for the maintenance of the manufacturing plant’s cost accounting systems, cost controls & integrity
- Responsible for the financial coordination, administration and analysis of manufacturing operations. This involves analyzing sales and cost of sales, labor reporting, product costing, and monthly material usage variances and inventory adjustments to be used for pricing review
- Responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and participation of the physical inventories as well as the analysis of the results. Responsible for the monthly accounting and reconciling of the financial to perpetual inventory. Coordination responsibility extends not only to production departments but to outside stockrooms and vendors.
- Oversee and manage the annual Fixed Asset Physical inventory process & 4-Wall Yearly Inventory
- Track spending on capital projects and maintain the Capital Roll-forward
- Develop computer driven reports, dashboards, and metrics to support operations. Candidate should possess the ability to analyze and interpret the resulting data.
- Responsible for the coordination and analysis of direct labor reporting within the business unit.
- Preparing recurring monthly journal entries related to inventory, labor reporting, cost of sales and other various entries and their corresponding reconciliations.
- Responsible for standard cost duties as follows:
- Ensure accurate product costing – including reviewing BOM’s, overhead rates, etc.
- Review and load material standard costs into ERP database
- Perform assembly cost roll ups
- Analyze cost changes, margin impact and inventory value adjustment effect
- Complete Make vs. Buy analyses
- Perform standard cost update process
- Develop and monitor labor and overhead rates for department / cost center
- Work with manufacturing engineering to ensure cost and rate accuracy
- Review cost routings for reasonableness and bill of materials accuracy
- Drive, prepare and analyze information required for the annual standard cost updates and review
- Perform quarterly LIFO calculation and reporting.
- Review and close manufacturing work orders
- Responsible for actual to standard manufacturing variance analysis as follows:
- Analyze and verify monthly labor utilization and efficiency
- Review and investigate purchase price and material usage variances
- Work with marketing and purchasing to establish proper cost on new parts and assemblies
- Responsible for review, reporting and analysis of inventories, inventory reserves (including E&O), slow moving inventories, obsolete inventories, scrap, and inter-company transfers
- Assist with both internal and external audits
- Monitor and analyze Cycle Count results and performance and issue monthly reports and ensure compliance to corporate cycle counting procedure
- Assist in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
- Lead the analysis of product costs, overhead absorption, abnormal fixed cost expenditures, etc.
- Develop a full and complete understanding of cost flows to determine proper costing (e.g. machine and labor hours, overhead costs, allocations and material costs)
- Daily interface with manufacturing personnel and production planners. Assist planning and scheduling to improve inventory controls and internal programs.
- Prepare monthly manufacturing plant performance reports, analyzing against forecasts or budgets
- Monitor and review MMC report weekly for any fluctuations [red flags], abnormalities or other problems with sales or margins
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of cost accounting procedures and financial reporting.
- Create, maintain, and update documentation for cost accounting processes, internal controls, and standard operating procedures to support compliance and knowledge retention.
- Create and monitor special project accounting
- Perform other related duties, ad hoc reporting & analysis, and special projects as required.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting
- 5+ years of manufacturing cost accounting experience in a standard cost environment
- CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred, MBA or CMA a plus
Skills/Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft office including advanced skills in Excel
- Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (formerly Navision) and HFM a plus
- SOX internal control assessments (Section 404) experience
- A highly productive self-starter with very strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
- Strong accountability and detail oriented; prepares accurate and timely work product.
- Strong communication, presentation, leadership, interpersonal, planning and problem-solving skills cross-functionally
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
- Fluency in English language (oral and written)
- Must have excellent analytical skills; sound understanding of accounting principles
- Well organized and self-directed with the ability to relate to all levels of an organization
- Must be a team player with high energy
- Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required
About us:
Amptek, an AMETEK company, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced X-ray and gamma-ray detection systems, X-ray sources, and analytical instrumentation. Its innovative technologies support a wide range of applications, including scientific research, industrial inspection, medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and aerospace missions. As part of AMETEK, a worldwide provider of industrial technology solutions, Amptek combines cutting-edge innovation with a strong commitment to quality, customer collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Compensation
- Employee Type: Salaried
- Currency: USD
- Salary Minimum: 100,000
- Salary Maximum: 120,000
- Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
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Align your credentials to the Engineers category
TN visa classification for Senior Cost Estimators typically falls under Engineers. Gather your engineering or construction management degree transcripts and any professional licensure now. A degree mismatch is the leading cause of TN denial at the port of entry.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Search for employers with recent visa filings in cost estimation and construction management roles. Companies experienced with visa sponsorship processes tend to move faster through work authorization and are less likely to back out.
Request a support letter that specifies your role
Your employer's TN support letter must describe the position as requiring engineering-level judgment, not just administrative estimating tasks. Vague job descriptions that omit technical scope are a common reason CBP officers request additional documentation at the border.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for TN-sponsoring employers
Filter your job search through Migrate Mate to surface Senior Cost Estimator openings where employers have recent visa filings and experience with work visa sponsorship. This cuts the time spent cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with USMCA work authorization.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular appointment timeline
If you're a Mexican citizen, factor in consular processing time when negotiating your start date with the employer. Unlike Canadian citizens who can obtain TN status same-day at a port of entry, you'll need a visa appointment that may add several weeks.
Confirm your offer letter covers all CBP requirements
Before traveling to the port of entry, verify your offer letter states the professional capacity, proffered wage, and intended duration. Missing one of these elements can result in a secondary inspection or outright refusal of TN admission by CBP.
Senior Cost Estimator TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Senior Cost Estimator qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, but the classification depends on how the role is framed. CBP must see the position as requiring engineering-level expertise, not generalized project coordination. Employers should describe duties involving technical cost modeling, quantity takeoffs, and engineering judgment in both the offer letter and any supporting documentation to support TN classification under the Engineers category.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for this role?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you're not waiting on a random selection that H-1B visa requires. Processing can happen at the port of entry for Canadians on the same day. The trade-off is that TN status is employer-tied and non-dual-intent, which limits green card planning. H-1B allows dual intent and is more flexible for long-term immigration strategy.
Where can I find Senior Cost Estimator jobs with TN sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter for TN visa eligibility, so you'll waste time applying to employers unfamiliar with USMCA work authorization. Migrate Mate is built to surface roles at employers with recent visa filings—a strong indicator they understand work visa sponsorship processes. This is particularly useful for specialty roles like Senior Cost Estimator, where fewer companies actively recruit across the Canadian and Mexican border.
Can my employer sponsor TN status if they've never done it before?
Yes. Unlike H-1B, TN does not require the employer to file a petition with USCIS for Canadian citizens. The employer prepares a support letter and you present it at the port of entry. For Mexican citizens, the employer's documentation is submitted as part of the consular application. First-time TN sponsors often need guidance on drafting a compliant support letter that satisfies CBP requirements.
What happens to my TN status if I change employers as a Senior Cost Estimator?
TN status is tied to a specific employer and position. If you accept a new offer, you need a new TN authorization before you can begin work for the new employer. Canadian citizens can get this at a port of entry with new documentation. Mexican citizens must return to a consulate. There is no portability provision under TN the way there is under H-1B after an I-140 is approved.