Cost Accountant

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.  

DNUS is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion in the workplace. DNUS will not discriminate based on any protected class in it’s hiring/onboarding/employment practices. Reasonable accommodations can be requested and will be considered as it relates to the essential functions of this job.

About DNUS, Inc.:

Daikyo Corporation was established in 1953 in Fuchu-cho, Aki-gun, Hiroshima-ken Japan. As a manufacturer of plastic products for automotive, machinery, electric appliance, vessels, and general household purposes. Today, DaikyoNishikawa (DNUS) Inc. established its first venture in the United States in 2019, primarily serving Mazda and Toyota automotive industry. DNUS, Inc. is a high-end technology and quality-driven automotive company. It is the policy of DNUS, Inc. to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

Last updated on Oct 16, 2024