Senior Cost Accountant

Senior Cost Accountant

Job Purpose

This position utilizes analytical skills and professional accounting knowledge to support Purchasing and Specification Control in the development of six annual budget events. The role ensures accurate financial reporting of actuals and delivers detailed budget-to-actual analysis. The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for calculating total product costs including parts, labor, and overhead, and determining product pricing. This role operates with a high level of autonomy and has a direct impact on company financial statements.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform monthly close responsibilities related to sales and materials and present results to senior management
• Conduct sales and materials analysis for six annual budget events and present findings to senior leadership
• Develop sales breakdowns and profit analysis using strong accounting and analytical skills with minimal supervision
• Prepare parts and unit pricing quotes independently
• Analyze material usage and sales price variances and provide actionable insights

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 2 years of experience OR
• Associate degree with a minimum of 5 years of accounting-related experience

Minimum Experience

• 2 to 5 years with a Bachelor’s degree
• 5 or more years with an Associate’s degree

Other Job-Specific Skills

• Knowledge of accounting principles including GAAP, IFRS, and cost accounting
• Strong understanding of accounting functions, terminology, and application of accounting concepts
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Understanding of Honda accounting processes preferred
• Financial analysis experience preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Excel and PowerPoint
• SAP knowledge and experience

Working Conditions

• Office or hybrid work environment
• 5 to 10 hours of overtime per week as needed
• Occasional travel required

Total Rewards

• Competitive Base Salary
• Paid Overtime
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, 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