About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are someone looking for a career change, a professional, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
We are seeking a highly skilled Cost Controller within our Global Business Services (GBS). This role will be responsible for the creation, maintenance, and governance of standard costs and costed Bills of Material (BOMs) across multiple business units and entities. The Cost Controller will serve as the central point of expertise for product costing, supporting manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and operational teams while driving continuous improvement in costing methodologies and standard cost calculations.
This job is based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania We provide a flexible working schedule with the option of working hybrid.
Create and maintain standard costs for newly created items across multiple business units and entities, ensuring accuracy and consistency across locations.
Perform item costing activities for Distribution Centers (DC), Warranty Centers, and other operational locations while ensuring all items are correctly costed prior to inventory transactions.
Maintain costing-related master data within ERP systems and create, validate, and maintain costed Bills of Material (BOMs).
Ensure cost structures accurately reflect material, labor, and overhead components to support accurate inventory valuation and financial reporting.
Analyze and validate standard cost calculations, investigate cost variances, and recommend corrective actions to improve costing accuracy and efficiency.
Support annual standard cost updates and periodic cost reviews while driving continuous improvements in costing methodologies and calculation approaches.
Develop and prepare financial reports, analyses, and insights that increase transparency into product costs, profitability, and cost drivers for business stakeholders.
Support the deployment and adherence of global costing processes, policies, and internal controls while ensuring compliance with company standards.
Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Finance teams to establish consistent cost management practices across locations.
Provide guidance and support to business stakeholders regarding costing requirements, processes, and best practices.
Calculate and maintain cost-based intercompany pricing and support related financial analysis activities.
Identify opportunities to standardize, streamline, and automate costing processes across multiple business units and entities.
Lead initiatives focused on improving costing accuracy, operational efficiency, and reporting capabilities.
Support ERP enhancements, system implementations, and process improvement projects related to product costing and financial data management.
Develop and maintain costing documentation, procedures, and governance standards to ensure consistency and sustainability of costing processes.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
3–7 years of relevant experience in product costing, manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or a similar role.
Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, JDE, or similar platforms.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Fluent in spoken and written English.
Professional certification such as CMA, CIMA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Strong regional accounting knowledge, including US GAAP and IFRS.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Proactive and results-oriented mindset with the ability to identify improvement opportunities and drive execution.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
Flexible attitude and ability to adapt in a dynamic, global environment.
Our Cluj-Napoca office is a key European hub for Copeland, supporting engineering, IT, finance, marketing, and customer operations. Opened in 2024, the modern office is home to more than 240 professionals who contribute to Copeland’s global and European operations. This dynamic environment offers excellent opportunities for career growth, collaboration, and the chance to be part of an innovative, fast-growing team.
Join our dynamic team and be part of a forward-thinking company leading innovation in the industry.
If this sounds like you, please apply! We can’t wait to speak with you!
Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including parental leav, vacation and holiday leave.
Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging
At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic informationordisability We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Country in which they apply. This is not a position for which sponsorship or work authorization will be provided.
No calls or agency requests please.
Copeland is a global leader in sustainable climate solutions. We help commercial, industrial, refrigeration and residential customers reduce their carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency.
We are addressing issues like climate change, growing populations, electricity demands, and complex global supply chains with innovations that:
Advance energy transition in heating, cooling and cold chain solutions.
Accelerate the adoption of refrigerants that reduced climate impact.
Safeguard critical goods like food and medicine through the refrigerated supply chain (cold chain).
Sustainability has been at the heart of who we are for over 100 years.
We are backed by 18,000 talented colleagues globally with feet on the ground in more than 40 countries – a global presence that makes it possible to serve customers wherever they are in the world and meet challenges with scale and speed. Our industry-leading brands and diversified portfolio deliver innovation and technology proven in over 200 million installations worldwide.
Together, we create sustainable solutions that improve lives and protect the planet today and for future generations.
