Cost Accounting Specialist

MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Cost Specialist to support its financial operations. This role involves key responsibilities such as cycle accounting, month-end closing, and data integrity management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and be skilled in cost accounting and data analysis. Join a dynamic team that values ethical practices and promotes a culture of growth and compliance. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading supplier in the electric vehicle sector, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping the future of sustainable transportation.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable/general ledger systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cycle accounting duties and month-end closing.
• Prepare costing summaries and monitor accounts receivable.
• Assist auditors with quarterly and annual audits.

Skills

Accounting principles

Cost accounting

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Multicultural understanding

Pressure handling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Summary

The Accounting Cost Specialist accomplishes day-to-day tactical objectives in support of the company and department goals. The incumbent demonstrates adherence to company policies and procedures in support of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale (SQDCM) initiatives. The Accounting Cost Specialist embraces and promotes company core values to establish and maintain a culture committed to ethical practices, legal compliance, and a union-free environment. The Accounting Cost Specialist takes initiative to participate in training and develop opportunities to prepare for current and future challenges. This role will work for MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC. (MNAe).

ABOUT MOBIS NORTH AMERICA ELECTRIFIED POWERTRAIN, LLC

MOBIS North America electrified Powertrain LLC (MNAe) is a Tier 1 supplier of BSA and PE systems, which are vital parts to produce electric vehicles, based on state-of-art manufacturing technology related to battery system assembly.

Essential Functions (To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Responsible for cycle accounting duties and month-end closing
• Maintain data integrity and accuracy and use data to identify problems
• Demonstrate a solid grasp of business concepts
• Plan, organize, and prioritize multiple tasks within a defined time period
• Responsible for the cost accounting function
• Inventory Costing Control; standard costing and variance analysis
• Assist monthly and annual business planning
• Allocation of overhead costs to units of production
• Manage monthly open item, long-term and obsolete inventor
• Preparation of costing summaries
• Monitor accounts receivable
• Perform profitability analysis
• Reconciliation and preparation schedule on long-term debts, accrued liabilities, inter-company AP/AR, profit, and loss
• Assist external and internal auditors with quarterly and annual audits by providing requested information
• Prepare, support, and post monthly journal entries as needed
• Preparation of various reports

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Basic Qualifications (The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required and preferred for this position.)

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 0-3 years of experience in the related field

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable accounts receivable/general ledger system and procedures
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office Products
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding multicultural work environment
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must be able to work late hours and some holidays as needed

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Proficiency in Business letters and MS Office plus
• SAP experience preferred but not mandatory

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

CPA Certification is a plus

Working Conditions

Office setting, repetitive standing and walking within and between buildings.