Our Finance team is expanding and looking to add a Cost Accountant. We are looking for a dynamic and driven candidate interested in joining a fast-growing global company in the automotive sector.
The Cost Accountant position is responsible for the ongoing analysis of process constraints, target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities. The cost accountant must also construct and monitor those cost-effective data accumulation systems needed to provide an appropriate level of costing information to management. Other responsibilities include:
- Administer cost accounting activities to ensure accurate costing and valuation of production, cost of sales and inventory;
- Assist with the monthly closing process by preparing and posting month-end journal entries, as well as preparation of monthly financial reports on a timely basis;
- Monthly tracking of standard cost compared to actual cost. Provide monthly product margin and profit analysis (sales, standard cost, freight, manufacturing overhead and variances, etc.), and prepare recommendations for action;
- Responsible for physical inventory and reconciliation, Identification of excess and obsolete inventory ;
- Establish standards for material, labour and overhead annually and for new products, as needed;
- Review the new product cost model and prepare recommendations for action;
- To participate in continuous improvement activities that enhance the cost competition at the plant ;
- Assist with preparation and evaluation of weekly flash, monthly forecast, and annual budget;
- Other duties as assigned
To be a qualified candidate you must meet the following:
- Completed Bachelor’s Accounting degree or equivalent experience
- 2 years experience working in an Accountant position with a manufacturing facility
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Able to work different hours and shifts as needed
Key to being successful in this role:
- Strong cost accounting skills
- Solid decision-making skills and ability to exercise independent judgment
- Prioritize and plan work activities efficiently to meet deadlines; work on multiple tasks & projects simultaneously
- Ability to deal with change, delays, or unexpected events
- Ability to work in a team environment with varied departments and diverse personalities
- Detailed-oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Strong understanding of ERP transactions, Proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Intermediate to advanced MS Excel knowledge & skills
Why work for Minth? Here are the advantages of working at Minth.
- International development platform
- Dynamic and efficient team
- All-round personal improvement
- Personalized humanistic care
- Diversified working atmosphere
- Modern office setting
- Competitive compensation package
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
- At least 2 years of experience as an Accountant in a manufacturing facility
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work different hours and shifts as needed
- Strong cost accounting skills
- Strong decision-making skills and ability to exercise independent judgment
- Ability to prioritize and plan work efficiently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks and projects
- Ability to adapt to change, delays, and unexpected events
- Ability to work in a team environment with varied departments and diverse personalities
- Strong understanding of ERP transactions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge and skills
What We Do
Minth Group stands as a global leader in the manufacturing of exterior and structural automotive parts. With a workforce of 27,367 employees distributed across four business units and 78 global plants and offices, our operations span four continents and 15 countries. We take immense pride in serving a diverse clientele, encompassing over 80 automobile brands from all over the world. Leveraging one of the world’s most comprehensive and diverse customer platforms, Minth has made significant investments in the electrification of the automotive industry, positioning itself as the world's largest supplier of battery enclosures and body structure components. At Minth Group, our commitment extends beyond business success to the creation of a sustainable society and future for all. We champion green innovations and increasingly adopt green energy in our operations. Concurrently, we are dedicated to providing high-performance, superior-quality automotive parts that adhere to the highest global standards, continually driving innovation within the automotive industry.
