Job Details

About Us:

Niterra North America, Inc., established in 1936 and formerly known as NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), Inc., is a global leader in spark plug and oxygen sensor technology and quality. With a legacy of innovation and excellence, Niterra is evolving its business portfolio, leveraging core ceramic technologies to venture beyond traditional domains. The company is committed to developing solutions that address social issues and promote sustainability.

Summary:

The Cost Accountant will play a critical role in managing and refining manufacturing cost structures to drive operational efficiency. You will be responsible for developing standard costs, analyzing production variances, and providing actionable financial insights to the operations and leadership teams. This role involves handling complex data reconciliation, budget-to-actual analysis, and detailed profitability reporting within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Your work will directly support strategic decision-making by monitoring overhead spending and maintaining accurate costing views across all product lines.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Analyze production costs and identify areas for efficiency improvements and cost savings.
• Reconcile COPA to the GL to ensure data accuracy.
• Provide backup support for fixed asset accounting functions.
• Review and analyze production variances, providing insights to operations and finance teams.
• Prepare and distribute monthly customer profitability reports.
• Generate monthly product line profitability reports for management review.
• Produce detailed profit center and cost center reporting to support operational and financial decisions.
• Participate in the development of annual budgets, including standard cost updates and overhead planning.
• Analyze and report budget-to-actual variances, highlighting key drivers and recommending corrective actions.
• Monitor overhead spending to ensure alignment with budget and operational goals.
• Maintain accurate accounting and costing views in the material master with SAP.
• Perform cost runs and ensure proper cost roll-ups across materials and products.
• Create journal entries as needed to support monthly close and cost adjustments.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures which include IATF, ISO, ISMS, TISAX, QMS, J-Sox and Safety related policies.

Qualifications:

• 3 - 8 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP, with emphasis on the Controlling module preferred.
• Proven ability to identify and resolve problems effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and administrative skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, specifically with Microsoft Excel.
• Highly professional with strong tact, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure or in stressful situations.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and technology.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Firms:

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.