What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Specialist position at HITACHI ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.?
Description
General Summary:
Description: This position will be responsible for working across many departments to obtain, synthesize, and present various cost studies for both new business opportunities as well as current business while maintaining organizational standards and rule adherence. The environment is fast-paced and demanding. Presentation to Senior Management both Regionally and Globally is a regular part of this role. The ideal candidate will be able to work well both independently and as part of a Team and have a strong understanding of Microsoft Office applications. This position requires an ability to function with a variable work pattern that at times must accommodate early morning and/or late evening meetings, on short notice at times. Desired skills/attributes include but are not limited to: Cost/Business Analysis, Cost Accounting, Cost/Price Analysis, Cost Rationalization, Cost Reduction Analysis, Due Diligence, Communication, Risk Management, Teamwork, & Time Management.
Responsibilities:
- Develop quotations for both existing & new business following established processes and standards.
- Coordinate costing activities among multiple departments to meet Customer deadlines.
- Share responsibility with the Sales Team for organizing Cost Evaluation (CE) and Offer Decision (OD) meetings based on Organizational requirements
- Responsible for preparation and maintenance of CEF (profit check) data as needed/required for phase gate transition.
- Prepare & submit job activities report to direct management as requested.
- Contribute to Team effort to kaizen/streamline Cost Planning related processes.
- Must support several high-level meetings that require off/evening hours on many occasions.
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Previous costing experience is preferred but not required. Consideration will be given to candidates based on interview.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with particularly strong demonstrated capability with Excel.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work with extraordinary attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work in and flourish in a remote work environment.
- Note: Training will be provided in a hybrid or remote & in-person
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting related field preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
Experience: 3-5 years’ experience in Accounting/Finance; Cost Accounting, or fields related to Product Manufacturing or Engineering.
Job level determined by various factors such as organization size, responsibility, career stage, and capabilities.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Working conditions:
Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Travel: Domestic and international travel may be required.
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