Cost Accountant

Cost EngineerThe 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 Astemo's manufacturing capabilities.Essential Job FunctionsConduct 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 QualificationsBachelor/master's degree in engineering, finance, operations, or data analytics5-10 years of experience in Finance & Accounting (focused primarily in costing)3 years of Experience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentRequired Skills and AbilitiesCorporate P&L familiarityMicrosoft Office proficiencyAbility to work cross-functionally and globally.Collaboration across remote sitesHigh accountabilityProject managementAnalytical & problem solvingCommunication & presentationSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneSoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteSAPWork Environment – Travel, Noise, Smells, Quiet, Indoors or Outdoors, etc.May require up to 20% travelOpen office settingFactory setting with noiseNight meetings with global partnersEqual 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 View email address on click.appcast.io when applying for the position.