Cost Accountant

About the Role

This role requires associates to use their professional knowledge to accurately develop cost per unit of current models, which impacts the sales price for that model. Associates typically work with department management and present information to accounting management. This is an entry-level position that is supervised and does not involve significant discretion in autonomous decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly closing responsibilities related to sales and materials and present results to management.
• Conduct sales and materials analysis for six budget events each year and present results to management.
• Use analytical skills and professional accounting knowledge to create sales breakdowns and profit analysis with some supervision.
• Prepare parts and unit pricing quotes with some supervision.
• Perform analysis of material usage and sales price variances with some supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting or finance, OR an associate degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting-related job.
• 0–2 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, or a minimum of 2 years with an associate degree.

Skills

• Basic accounting principles: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)/International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and cost accounting background.
• General understanding of accounting functions, terminology, and ability to apply accounting concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• SAP knowledge and skills.

Working Conditions

• Office/Hybrid remote work environment.
• 2–5 hours of overtime per week.
• Some travel required.

Benefits

• Total Rewards:
  • Competitive base salary (pay based on geographic location, work experience, and other variables).
  • Paid overtime.
  • Regional bonus (when applicable).
  • Industry-leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription).
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and shutdown.
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
  • 401K plan with company match + additional contribution.
  • Relocation assistance (if eligible).
• Career Growth:
  • Advancement opportunities.
  • Career mobility.
  • Education reimbursement for continued learning.
  • Training and development programs.
• Additional Offerings:
  • Tuition assistance & student loan repayment.
  • Lifestyle account.
  • Childcare reimbursement account.
  • Elder care support.
  • Wellbeing program.
  • Community service and engagement programs.
  • Product programs.