Senior Cost Control Specialist

HSBMA; Kingston (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HSBMA (Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America) LLC. seeks a Senior Cost Control Specialist to lead cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting in a fast-paced battery-manufacturing setting in Kingston, GA. The role partners with accounting during month-end close and supports budgeting with the CFO.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in accounting/finance, 3+ years in cost control, and is fluent in Korean and English. SAP experience and strong Excel skills are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Cost Control and Financial reporting or related field.
• Bilingual in Korean & English (mandatory).
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, accounting principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or similar accounting software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, esp. Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and business process understanding.
• Detail-oriented with ability to identify discrepancies and take corrective action.
• Database extraction and analysis experience.
• Battery industry accounting knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with accounting during month-end close to ensure accurate financial results under IFRS or GAAP.
• Prepare month-end closing, forecasting, close reporting, and executive-level presentations.
• Monitor inventory valuation, material movements, and COGS accuracy.
• Conduct variance analyses (Actual vs. Budget/Forecast) for strategic insights.
• Run monthly rolling forecasts analyzing production volumes, costs, and risk.
• Collaborate with CFO on budget, long-range planning, and target models.
• Identify cost-optimization opportunities and drive financial efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Bilingual Korean/English

Cost control

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Excel (Pivot,VLOOKUP)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Company Description

HSBMA (Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America) LLC. is a Hyundai Motor Group and SK On’s joint venture company to produce batteries for electric vehicle batteries.

Company Description

HSBMA (Hyundai SK Battery Manufacturing America) LLC. is a Hyundai Motor Group and SK On’s joint venture company to produce batteries for electric vehicle batteries.
The joint venture plans to invest $5 billion to build an EV battery cell plant in Bartow County, Georgia.
Hyundai Motor Group and SK On will each hold a 50 percent stake in the joint venture.
The new plant started production in June of 2026, with an annual production capacity of 35 GWh - enough to support the production of 300,000 EVs a year.
The Bartow County plant in northwest Georgia is strategically located near Hyundai Motor Group’s existing and planned U.S. facilities. Hyundai Motor Group broke ground last year on the new Hyundai Motor Group Meta plant America in southeast Georgia to make future Hyundai, Genesis and Kia EVs.
Join us on the journey of two companies' massive electric vehicle project in Bartow County.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Cost Control Specialist (Korean/English bilingual) to join our team. This role will focus on key cost control and financial analysis areas, including managing budgetary and overhead expenses, month-end close, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, supporting compliance with regulatory frameworks, driving expense forecasting, providing detailed analysis reports to the Manager/CFO, and spearheading process improvements across various departments. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to grow their career in financial analysis and cost management.

Job Description

• Partner with the accounting team during month-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results in compliance with IFRS or GAAP.
• Prepare and perform month-end closing, financial forecasting, close reporting, and executive-level presentations to deliver actionable data that empowers senior leadership to make well-informed decisions.
• Monitor and analyze inventory roll-forward and material ledger movements to ensure the accuracy of inventory valuation, material consumption, and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).
• Conduct comprehensive variance analysis (Actual vs. Budget/Forecast) to pinpoint key business growth drivers and provide strategic, actionable insights.
• Execute dynamic monthly rolling forecasts by analyzing critical operational drivers, including production volumes, cost structures, and potential business risks.
• Collaborate closely with the CFO to design, develop, and manage the annual budget, long-range strategic planning, and target models.
• Proactively identify cost-optimization opportunities, drive process improvements, and spearhead corporate financial efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Cost Control and Financial reporting, or a related field.
• Required Bilingual in Korean & English (Mandatory due to communication needs/expectations with South Korean headquarters)
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, accounting principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or similar accounting software is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), with strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Ability to problem to solve along with solid analytical skills and understanding or the business process.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to identify discrepancies and take corrective action in a timely manner.
• Database extraction and analysis experience.
• Experience and knowledge in Battery industry accounting are a plus.

Environment

• In-office, Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM EST (Kingston, GA)

Work Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from HSBMA. The company does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HSBMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.