Cost Accountant II
US-NV-Sparks
US Careers (External)
Req #: 43335
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Cost Accountant II? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy team today! Responsibilities: Meet Panasonic Meet the Recruiter: Natalie Hemmes Explore Panasonic Careers Panasonic Video Our Mission: Create Technologies That Move Us Job Summary: The Cost Accountant II plays a critical function in the control, valuation, and financial reporting of inventory - including raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), finished goods, and spare parts. The ideal candidate is detail-oreiented, analytical, and brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on experience with SAP ERP and manufacturing systems, and leadership capabilities to support day-to-day operations and mentor junior staff. This position collaborates closely with the warehousing, supply chain, and accounts payable teams to ensure accurate and compliant inventory reporting. Additionally, the role supports production cost analysis, equipment utilization analysis, inventory cycle counts, and monthly financial close, ensuring accurate financial postings. Essential Duties: * Manages and oversees the daily operations of inventory accounting, including raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and spare parts inventory. * Coordinates COGS reviews, cycle counts, and inventory management initiatives. * Collaborates with the Cost Accounting Supervisor to support month-end close processes, including inventory valuation adjustments, PPV analysis, and related journal entries postings. * Maintains and monitors inventory sub-ledgers, and ensures timely GL reconciliations. * Analyzes and explains variances between standard and actual costs, primarily focusing on Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and impacts related to FOB shipments. * Partners with Supply Chain and Warehouse teams to ensure proper recording and control of inventory movements through SAP, MES, and Asset Management systems. * Assists in the development, review, and maintenance of standard costs, BOM validations, and routing accuracy in SAP. * Supports internal and external audit requirements related to inventory and cost accounting. * Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives around inventory controls, cost transparency, and process automation. * Upholds internal controls in compliance with company policy, JSOX and GAAP. * Manages monthly reconciliations of vendor statements vs. PECNA raw material payables. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements: To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employee's, wearing PPE is a requirement for some roles at PENA and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education: * Basic/Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics or equivalent relevant work experience * Preferred: None Essential Qualifications: * Minimum of 2 - 4+ years of work experience in Accounting and Finance; Experience in working with inventory is essential. * Working knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and procedures. * Knowledge of Cost Accounting methodologies, standard costing, actual costing, etc. * Experience and understanding of Inventory management best practices, is highly preferred. * Confident in using Microsoft Office with strong Microsoft Excel skills. * Knowledge of SAP, Oracle or another fully integrated ERP system is advantageous. * Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and problem solving. * Ability to tie supply chain activities and manufacturing process impacts to the general ledger. * An aspiring leader, and an effective and clear communicator. * Detailed oriented, highly analytical and ability to meet deadlines. * Understanding and experience with month-end, and year-end accounting processes. * Ability to reconcile general ledgers with sub-ledgers or other transactional information. Preferred Qualifications: * Cost Accounting experience is preffered but not essential. * Experience developing and maintaining SAP standard costs is highly valued * Highly organized and ability to balance multiple competing priorities. * Ability to work with domestic and international teams. * Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure. * Alignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility adaptability, gratitude). Physical Demands: Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to) * Sit: 40% * Walk: 30% * Stand: 20% * Lift: 10% Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%) * Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional * Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional * Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional * Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You: Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health: * Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance * Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month * Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment * Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition * Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning * Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program * Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging * Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization * Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events * Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more. * Shuttle rides to and from work! Where You'll Be: For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey. Who We Are: Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team tha
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