Analyst - Cost Accounting

toyota; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas (TMMTX) is seeking a Cost Accounting Analyst to lead and support inventory cost analysis, BOM creation, costing, and SOX-compliant variance reporting.

Reporting to the Cost Accounting Manager, you will work with Assembly, Plastics, and Bodyweld/Machining shops to ensure accurate material cost data and timely month-end close.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent analytical degree.
• Experience in Manufacturing Cost Accounting with variance analysis.
• Experience supporting monthly close processes.
• Advanced Excel skills for large datasets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and cross-functional deliverables.
• Ability to present findings to management, including executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory activities and physical inventories.
• Perform direct raw material cost analysis and reporting for multiple shops (Assembly, Plastics, Bodyweld/Machining).
• Prepare and present BOMs and DRM cost change summaries.
• Support month-end close with material movements, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Coordinate General Stores audits and ensure SOX compliance.
• Assist in audits, ad-hoc projects, and new production launches.

Skills

Manufacturing cost accounting

Monthly close processes

Excel data handling

Prioritization & deadlines

Scheduling & project management

Presentation of findings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Who we are

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, 'job flexibility benefits' [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Who we're looking for

Toyota's Vehicle Contribution Margin Inventory Management Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Analyst - Cost Accounting.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead & support Inventory Management and Material Cost Analysis activities, Direct Raw Material bill-of-material creation, costing, variance analysis and reporting, General Stores inventory audit, and Physical Inventory coordination for Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas (TMMTX)

Reporting to the Manager of Cost Accounting, this individual will be responsible for supporting Inventory Management and Material costing activities for several production shops and General Stores. The role will support the Inventory Management department in preparing accurate bills of materials, supporting physical inventory activities, and delivering meaningful analysis and accurate reporting.

What you'll be doing

• Support and lead inventory activities, including execution of physical inventories, monthly cycle counts and investigation of outlier parts.
• Lead direct raw material analysis and reporting for Assembly, Plastics, and Bodyweld/Machining
• Prepare and present MUV reports for assigned shops, supporting them with analysis and cost reduction efforts.
• Investigate inventory variances by part to identify root causes and implement resolutions.
• Lead, coordinate and execute General Stores audits.
• Manage the creation and maintenance of bills of materials for assigned shops, including validations and analysis to ensure SOX compliance for DRM cost change summaries.
• Support month-end Closing with material movements, journal entries, reports and validations needed for an accurate month-end inventory and costing results of Direct Raw Material of supported shops, General Stores, LOH, Vehicle WIP, and Inhouse inventory.
• Prepare month-end reporting, including Plant Inventory Trends and Days of Supply, government inventory census, Inventory Accounts Reconciliations, PBM support.
• Coordinate and support TMMTX physical inventory, including training and Auditors coordination, support for TMMTX shops and lineside verification, North-America/Overseas In-transit activities & tag creation process.
• Support book-to-physical inventory reconciliation to ensure SOX compliance.
• Support Physical Inventory at TABC and other locations.
• Support ad-hoc requests and projects, including new operational launches of axle and new production plant, auditor requests and other.
• Develop and maintain Standardized Work Instructions, JKK, Kaizen.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent analytical degree and background
• Manufacturing Cost Accounting experience, including cost and usage variance analysis.
• Experience supporting monthly close processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with emphasis on creating, managing, and manipulating large data sets in Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, recurring deadlines, and cross-functional deliverables
• Experience developing, managing, and executing detailed activity schedules.
• Ability to prepare and present findings and recommendations to various levels of management, including executives

Added bonus if you have

• Experience with SAP financial and materials modules
• Experience creating Power BI reports
• Experience working with bills of materials
• Experience working for Accounting and Finance in an Automotive Manufacturing Company
• Experience organizing and reconciling Physical Inventories