Cost Accountant

Location: Arlington, TX
Type: Full-time, Permanent, On-site

About Us:

We are a leading Tier 1 supplier in the automotive industry, providing cutting-edge solutions to top brands across the globe. At our Arlington, TX facility, we are searching for a proactive Cost Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of financial performance, budgeting, and cost variance analysis.

Position Overview:

As a Cost Accountant, you’ll be the financial navigator for our operations, providing insights that drive decision-making and continuous improvement. You’ll be responsible for all aspects of cost accounting, from scrap and material costs to payroll analysis, engineering changes, and BOM audits. Your expertise will ensure that our production costs are in check, allowing us to maintain our competitive edge in the market.

The Day-to-Day:

• Analyze and track scrap, material costs, and sales variances.
• Manage Purchased Price Variance (PPV) and ensure accurate costing of Engineering Changes.
• Conducted bill of materials (BOM) analysis and audits for accuracy.
• Oversee payroll analysis, including hourly payroll.
• Handle physical inventory and related journal entries.
• Participate in the monthly close process, including preparing month-end cost variance analysis.
• Perform inventory account reconciliation and support forecasting and budgeting.
• Collaborate on sales forecasts and cost forecasting to support strategic planning.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports to assist with leadership decisions.
• Ensure audit and compliance for cost and payroll activities.

Who YOU Are:

• Strategic thinker: You excel at analyzing data, trends, and forecasting.
• Collaborative partner: You leverage cross-functional relationships to drive continuous improvement.
• Analytical problem solver: You dive deep to identify root causes, find solutions, and recommend new ideas.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred. 
• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing and account reconciliations.
• Proficient in Excel (Macros), Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with AS400/QAD (preferred).
• Excellent attention to detail and mathematical skills.

Perks of Working with Us:

• Competitive salary
• Three (3) weeks of vacation to enjoy work-life balance.
• 401(k) match up to 4%.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment.
• Holiday plant shut down to recharge.
• Exciting company events.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your well-being.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us in Arlington, TX, and take on a role where your expertise in cost accounting will drive real change. Your insights will help shape our future success. Apply today and become a valued part of a team that’s committed to growth, innovation, and excellence!