Product Costing Specialist

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.Finance

Job Description:

General Summary:

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.
• Ability to work in and flourish in a remote work environment.
  • Note: Training will be provided in a hybrid/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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Astemo, please send the nature of the request and contact information to am-jobs@hitachiastemo.com when applying for the position.