Analyst - Cost Accounting

TMN Toyota Motor North America Company; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and wellness plans

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Toyota Motor North America is seeking an Analyst – Cost Accounting in Texas. The role leads inventory management, BOM creation, costing, variance analysis, and reporting for several shops and General Stores, reporting to the Cost Accounting Manager.

The candidate will support physical inventories, drive cost reductions, and ensure SOX compliance while coordinating audits and month-end close activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent analytical degree.
• Experience supporting monthly close processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with SAP financial and materials modules (bonus).
• Experience creating Power BI reports.
• Experience with bills of materials.
• Experience in Automotive Manufacturing accounting.
• Experience reconciling Physical Inventories.
• Experience working on cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory activities, including physical inventories and cycle counts.
• Perform direct raw material analysis and reporting for multiple assemblies.
• Prepare and present MUV reports with cost reduction insights.
• Investigate inventory variances and root causes.
• Coordinate General Stores audits and BOM maintenance for SOX compliance.
• Support month-end closing with material movements and journal entries.
• Produce Plant Inventory Trends and Days of Supply reports.
• Coordinate physical inventory with audits at multiple locations.
• Support ad-hoc projects and new production launches.
• Develop Standardized Work Instructions and Kaizen.

Skills

Cost analysis

Variance analysis

Inventory management

Data analysis

Power BI

SAP

Excel

SOX compliance

Reporting

Month-end close

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Overview Who we are 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.

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.
• Experience working on cross-functional teams.
• Experience with JKK and TBP.

What We’ll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities.

A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [e-mail].

Career Possibilities

Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working.

Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better.