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Cost Accountant | Automotive Manufacturing | Midway, TN
Our client is seeking a
Cost Accountant/Manufacturing Accounting Analyst
to support accounting functions in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role focuses on cost accounting, financial reporting, and manufacturing accounting processes while supporting transactional accounting and cross-functional finance activities. Responsibilities: Perform cost accounting activities including standard costing, labor and overhead allocation, inventory valuation, and COGS analysis. Assist with manufacturing financial reporting including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports. Prepare journal entries related to in-transit inventory, royalties, sales adjustments, RMA, and zero price transactions. Support variance analysis and cost monitoring for manufacturing operations. Maintain ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for accurate financial data. Collaborate with AP/AR teams for processing invoices, wire/ACH payments, and resolving discrepancies. Provide backup support to other accounting team members as needed. Assist with annual external audits and ensure compliance with internal controls. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding accounting processes; minimal administrative support duties as required. Qualifications/Must Haves: Cost accounting experience. Manufacturing accounting experience. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Certifications (CPA/CMA) are a plus but not required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related field. 2+ years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience. Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently or collaboratively. Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing financial processes. Previous exposure to automotive manufacturing or other manufacturing environments preferred. Nice-to-Haves: Experience assisting with audits. Strong cross-functional collaboration skills. Exposure to ERP systems such as IFS, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or Dynamics 365.
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Our client is seeking a
Cost Accountant/Manufacturing Accounting Analyst
to support accounting functions in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role focuses on cost accounting, financial reporting, and manufacturing accounting processes while supporting transactional accounting and cross-functional finance activities. Responsibilities: Perform cost accounting activities including standard costing, labor and overhead allocation, inventory valuation, and COGS analysis. Assist with manufacturing financial reporting including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports. Prepare journal entries related to in-transit inventory, royalties, sales adjustments, RMA, and zero price transactions. Support variance analysis and cost monitoring for manufacturing operations. Maintain ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for accurate financial data. Collaborate with AP/AR teams for processing invoices, wire/ACH payments, and resolving discrepancies. Provide backup support to other accounting team members as needed. Assist with annual external audits and ensure compliance with internal controls. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding accounting processes; minimal administrative support duties as required. Qualifications/Must Haves: Cost accounting experience. Manufacturing accounting experience. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Certifications (CPA/CMA) are a plus but not required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or closely related field. 2+ years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience. Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently or collaboratively. Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing financial processes. Previous exposure to automotive manufacturing or other manufacturing environments preferred. Nice-to-Haves: Experience assisting with audits. Strong cross-functional collaboration skills. Exposure to ERP systems such as IFS, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or Dynamics 365.
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