Financial Accountant & Cost Analysis Specialist

Tenneco; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco is seeking an entry-level to junior accounting professional to support financial accounting activities at the Wisconsin facility. The role focuses on data entry, posting, reconciliation, and preparing routine reports with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 1–2 years of related experience. Proficiency in MS Word/Excel and familiarity with SAP or similar systems are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; 1–2 years of experience preferred in financial accounting or equivalent.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Ability to read and write English and interpret basic financial documents.

Responsibilities

• Participates in training to ensure quality products/services and compliance with Tenneco standards.
• Performs basic accounting activities: posting, reconciling, and ledger maintenance.
• Prepares financial entries and reports; analyzes costs and manufacturing variances.
• Manages accounts payable, cash processes, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Ensures compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and internal controls.

Skills

MS Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

SAP

10Stream

Business Systems

Job description

Tenneco is seeking an entry-level to junior accounting professional to support financial accounting activities at the Wisconsin facility. The role focuses on data entry, posting, reconciliation, and preparing routine reports with a strong emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 1–2 years of related experience. Proficiency in MS Word/Excel and familiarity with SAP or similar systems are preferred.