Hybrid Cost Accountant at DaikyoNishikawa USA, Inc.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Manage cost accounting function of Tier 1 automotive supplier.  

Ownership in areas of: 

• Overhead Cost Controlling 

• Material costing, maintenance of cost accounting master date 

• Product Cost Controlling 

• Cost Object Controlling 

• Month-end / Year end closing and reporting 

Provide detail cost analysis not supplied by general accounting, applying principles of cost accounting. 

• Monthly Inventory Analysis comparing calculated inventory balance to physical inventory balance 

• Standard cost to scheduling agreement cost comparison for raw materials.  

• Monitor raw materials purchases by customer, sourcing, and vendor name 

• Regular SAP data validation 

• COGS, PPV analysis and standard and actual cost analysis 

Compile cost accounting and Inventory reports to support business requirements. 
Lead role in monthly physical inventory. 

• Assist with updates to physical count  

• Monitor the physical count results 

Provide input and guidance for business processes between customers, other Tier 1 and Tier2 suppliers, and consultants: 

• Direct Supply 

• Sub-contracting 

• Trials/Prototypes 

• Assist consultant(s) with SAP cost accounting processes 

• Attend and participate when appropriate with SAP financial accounting processes.  

• Build relationships and support other departments that integrate with cost accounting. 
• Support executives by providing detailed analyses of financial statements (example Actual vs Plan), working with operational departments. 
• Document procedures for agreed upon business processes. 
• Performing other duties as assigned. 
• Assist with all audit requirements. 

PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIP: Internal – Accounting Manager, Accounting Supervisor, Plant Manager, and Departmental Managers, External – Customers and Vendors 

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred 

• 3+ years of cost accounting experience  

• Strong organizational, oral and written communication skills 

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines 

• Strong computer aptitude, which includes expertise with Microsoft Excel and Word, as well as  

• Experience with ERP, SAP is preferred 

• Analytical skills with attention to detail 

 ACTUAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:  

• Ensure confidentiality and security within the Accounting Department   

• Report abnormal situations to the manager which involve accounting practices, personal safety, quality or productivity, and overall harmony of the Accounting Department   

• Ensure all paperwork and reports are completed accurately, on a timely basis on schedule, and with appropriate audit trials.   

• Ensure monthly financial statements are issued in an accurate and timely manner   

• Ensure the continued smooth operation of the department in the absence of the manager. 

• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures such as Five S’s, Kaizen, and Safety.