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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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Position Summary
At Stony Brook Medicine, our Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant is a valuable member of our Strategic Analytics team. The Financial Analyst completes and maintains the build and functionality within the Syntellis (formerly McKesson) Decision Support Cost Model. They execute and validate cost accounting jobs and yielded results on a recurring basis. This position also produces and documents costing used in Strategic Analytic reports and/or the Business Intelligence tool. This position works closely with others in Finance and clinical departments.
Duties of a Cost Accountant may include the following, but are not limited to:
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Completes and maintains the build and functionality within the Syntellis Cost Model.
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Maintains and modifies the data structure around all aspects of our cost accounting model including General Ledger (GL), Payroll, Revenue and Expense Reclassifications, Overhead Allocations, Activity and Encounter Costing.
-
Modifies and creates monthly statistics, documenting any changes in methodology.
-
Executes and validates cost accounting jobs and yielded results on a recurring basis.
-
Runs costing jobs in a timely and efficient manner by referring to a task calendar containing current and expected scheduled jobs.
-
Assists in the validation that the cost methodology produces accurate results.
-
Creates worksheets in Syntellis that contain cost fields (via formulas or existing) that align with business needs or requirements for specific analyses.
-
Assists in reviewing and validating costs utilizing the Hospital’s BI tool at the completion of every costing cycle and/or refresh.
-
Assists Sr. Analyst with validation of data to our Decision Support System.
-
Assists in monthly processing and auditing of GL and Payroll files into Decision Support system, including batch set up, preparation and maintenance as relates to cost accounting processing.
- Assists in weekly auditing of billing data Integrated into the system.
-
Runs and downloads reports to Excel in support of revenue calculations and field audits.
-
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field.
- A minimum 2 years' progressive finance experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Office, and Excel skills.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to collect, organize, synthesize and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of hospital financial analysis and cost accounting.
- Experience with accounting concepts, budget processes, analytics and planning, service line profitability, forecasting concepts in a healthcare setting.
- Experience with integration and interfacing of data feeds from hospital source systems to Decision Support, Cost Accounting Systems.
- Experience with SQL or building Tableau dashboards.
Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services.
- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen.
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.
Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $63,672 - $81,713 / year.
The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.
Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:
- Location pay for UUP full-time positions ($4,000).
Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.
Job Number: 2602534
Official Job Title: TH Financial Analyst
Job Field: Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
Primary Location: US-NY-East Setauket
Department/Hiring Area: Strategic Analytics (Finance)
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Shift
Shift Hours: 9a-5p
Pass Days: Sat, Sun
Posting Start Date: Jul 24, 2026
Posting End Date: Aug 23, 2026, 10:59:00 PM
Salary: $63,672 - $81,713 / year
Salary Grade: SL3
SBU Area: Stony Brook University Hospital
Cost Accountant
Position Summary
At Stony Brook Medicine, our Financial Analyst, Cost Accountant is a valuable member of our Strategic Analytics team. The Financial Analyst completes and maintains the build and functionality within the Syntellis (formerly McKesson) Decision Support Cost Model. They execute and validate cost accounting jobs and yielded results on a recurring basis. This position also produces and documents costing used in Strategic Analytic reports and/or the Business Intelligence tool. This position works closely with others in Finance and clinical departments.
Duties of a Cost Accountant may include the following, but are not limited to:
-
Completes and maintains the build and functionality within the Syntellis Cost Model.
-
Maintains and modifies the data structure around all aspects of our cost accounting model including General Ledger (GL), Payroll, Revenue and Expense Reclassifications, Overhead Allocations, Activity and Encounter Costing.
-
Modifies and creates monthly statistics, documenting any changes in methodology.
-
Executes and validates cost accounting jobs and yielded results on a recurring basis.
-
Runs costing jobs in a timely and efficient manner by referring to a task calendar containing current and expected scheduled jobs.
-
Assists in the validation that the cost methodology produces accurate results.
-
Creates worksheets in Syntellis that contain cost fields (via formulas or existing) that align with business needs or requirements for specific analyses.
-
Assists in reviewing and validating costs utilizing the Hospital’s BI tool at the completion of every costing cycle and/or refresh.
-
Assists Sr. Analyst with validation of data to our Decision Support System.
-
Assists in monthly processing and auditing of GL and Payroll files into Decision Support system, including batch set up, preparation and maintenance as relates to cost accounting processing.
- Assists in weekly auditing of billing data Integrated into the system.
-
Runs and downloads reports to Excel in support of revenue calculations and field audits.
-
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field.
- A minimum 2 years' progressive finance experience.
- Advanced Microsoft Office, and Excel skills.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to collect, organize, synthesize and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of hospital financial analysis and cost accounting.
- Experience with accounting concepts, budget processes, analytics and planning, service line profitability, forecasting concepts in a healthcare setting.
- Experience with integration and interfacing of data feeds from hospital source systems to Decision Support, Cost Accounting Systems.
- Experience with SQL or building Tableau dashboards.
Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services.
- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen.
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.
In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.
Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $63,672 - $81,713 / year.
The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.
Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:
- Location pay for UUP full-time positions ($4,000).
Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.
Job Number: 2602534
Official Job Title: TH Financial Analyst
Job Field: Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
Primary Location: US-NY-East Setauket
Department/Hiring Area: Strategic Analytics (Finance)
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Shift
Shift Hours: 9a-5p
Pass Days: Sat, Sun
Posting Start Date: Jul 24, 2026
Posting End Date: Aug 23, 2026, 10:59:00 PM
Salary: $63,672 - $81,713 / year
Salary Grade: SL3
SBU Area: Stony Brook University Hospital
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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.