Cost Accounting Analyst — Rate Development & Analysis

Toyoda Gosei Americas; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyoda Gosei Americas seeks a cost accounting professional to support rate development, cost analyses, and month‑end close. You will collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and finance to understand business drivers behind cost behavior and to improve standard reporting.

This on‑site role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–3 years accounting experience; CPA is recommended but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field required.
• 1–3 years accounting/finance experience required.
• CPA recommended, but not required.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word and Outlook; strong data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn cost rate development fundamentals through hands-on participation and mentorship.
• Assist in preparing rate calculations, supporting schedules, and variance analysis.
• Support month-end close processes including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and finance to understand cost drivers and reporting needs.
• Develop data analysis skills by validating inputs and identifying data quality issues.
• Contribute to standardized reporting, templates, and documentation; learn internal controls.
• Participate in kaizen initiatives to improve cost accounting processes.
• Build proficiency in ERP systems and financial tools used for cost accounting.
• Receive coaching to progressively take on more complex responsibilities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

1–3 years accounting/finance experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Toyoda Gosei Americas seeks a cost accounting professional to support rate development, cost analyses, and month‑end close. You will collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and finance to understand business drivers behind cost behavior and to improve standard reporting.

This on‑site role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–3 years accounting experience; CPA is recommended but not required.