Senior Cost Accountant at StarPlus Energy

Company Overview:

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC is an electrifying joint venture between Samsung and Stellantis. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower the automotive industry as we transition towards an electric future. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in fostering our company’s positive, diverse, and collaborative culture by helping us build and maintain a safe and effective One Team, One Mission organization. Join our vision of becoming the world’s leading provider of energy solutions for e-mobility.

Position Summary:

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our accounting team. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the operational and administrative functions essential to the success of the cost process. The ideal candidate will possess organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and a passion for contributing to sustainable accounting practices. This position reports to the Accounting Director.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Establishing a Cost Accounting System according to bill of material list and standard cost for the manufacturing process
• Develop pricing estimates per model
• Monitor raw material pricing as well as research material and/or burden off-standards
• Prepare detailed reports periodically, considering forecast and variance analysis
• Understanding Manufacturing Process and develop key performance indicators for Cost and Inventory
• Work Closely with Manufacturing and Purchasing, also many other areas of the organization
• Inventory Management and Reconciliations
• Establishing Accounting and Internal Control policies & procedures related to cost and Inventory Accounting
• Month-end closing activities
• Perform other position related duties as assigned

Basic:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or similar
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Good knowledge of overhead allocations, cost drivers, BOM and other related cost accounting concepts
• Good working knowledge of accounting principles, methods, and techniques for cost and inventories
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and multi-task
• Demonstrate teamwork and team building skills
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Access, or other database applications
• Knowledge of SAP is beneficial
• Knowledge in ADP system is Beneficial
• Understanding of basic accounting principles

Preferred:

• Bilingual English / Korean
• Master of Business Administration
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
• Ability and desire to identify opportunities for process improvements, and the drive to enact change

Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE as deemed essential for the job function
• Ability to operate basic office equipment
• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds