About this opportunity
Astemo Ltd. lists this Cost Accountant opportunity in greenfield, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Cost Engineer will provide cost expertise for the EV Business Unit to support the achievement of optimal cost targets. This role involves researching current cost drivers and setting targets across the value chain for equipment, materials, and manufacturing. Additionally, the Cost Engineer will support market research and pursue plans to optimize the Astemo's manufacturing capabilities.
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.
Essential Job Functions
Conduct cost analysis for manufacturing based on requests for new business opportunities and improvements to existing programs, ensuring competitive and optimized pricing.
Develop, maintain, and regularly update an internal cost database, including raw materials, labor, and other manufacturing inputs.
Co-lead Value Engineering/Cost (VEC) activities in collaboration with Business Unit Purchasing, including part preparation and supplier coordination/scheduling.
Create, maintain, and refine benchmarking templates to support cost comparison and analysis.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor/master’s degree in engineering, finance, operations, or data analytics
5-10 years of experience in Finance & Accounting (focused primarily in costing)
3 years of Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
Required Skills and Abilities:
Corporate P&L familiarity
Microsoft Office proficiency
Ability to work cross-functionally and globally.
Collaboration across remote sites
High accountability
Project management
Analytical & problem solving
Communication & presentation
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Software:
Microsoft Office Suite
SAP
Work Environment – Travel, Noise, Smells, Quiet, Indoors or Outdoors, etc.
May require up to 20% travel
Open office setting
Factory setting with noise
Night meetings with global partners
Who can apply
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