Senior Cost Controller (Korean/English) – Manufacturing

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

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.