Cost Accountant

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, Net Suite) 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 Net Suite, or Dynamics 365.