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Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Cost Accountant I? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy team today!

Responsibilities

Shift:

Day Shift

**Department** :

Finance

**Job Summary** :

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cost Accountant I to join our Finance team. This entry-level position plays a foundational role in executing core cost accounting activities that support accurate inventory valuation, cost control, and manufacturing cost transparency. Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor and supporting the Cost Accountant II, the Cost Accountant I works cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Production, Accounts Payable, and Procurement teams to ensure transactional integrity, standard costing accuracy, and alignment between operational activities and financial results.

This is an excellent opportunity for a developing accounting professional to build strong technical skills, gain hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, and contribute to the financial health of a thriving corporate business.

Inventory and Cost Accounting Support

+ Record and review inventory movements including material issues, returns, transfers, and adjustments in SAP or other ERP systems.

+ Support monthly inventory valuation processes, ensuring raw materials, spare parts, WIP, and finished goods are accurately captured in the books.

+ Assist in reconciling inventory sub-ledgers to the general ledger and follow up on discrepancies.

+ Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for inventory and cost accounts.

Standard Cost Maintenance

+ Support the maintenance and validation of standard costs in SAP, including updates based on BOMs and routings with guidance from senior accountants.

+ Assist with gathering cost input data from production and procurement to ensure accuracy and alignment with operational activities.

+ Support validation of routings and BOM accuracy by comparing expected vs. actual production metrics.

+ Assist with monthly reconciliations of vendor statements vs. PECNA raw material payables.

Expense Tracking and OPEX Analysis

+ Support the review and analysis of production-related OPEX (COGS) e.g., consumables, indirect labor, maintenance) and help identify and resolve irregularities.

+ Work with Procurement and Production teams to ensure cost center allocations are accurate and well-documented.

+ Assist in the analysis of variances in indirect costs and utilities.

Month-End and Reporting Support

+ Prepare journal entries related to inventory movements, standard cost adjustments, PPV Adjustments, and accruals under the review of the Cost Accountant II.

+ Assist in the preparation of month-end reports, such as inventory roll forwards, inventory valuation, cost trend reports, and variance analyses.

+ Contribute to the monthly cost close process by tracking key deadlines and following up with relevant departments on month-end information needs.

Cycle Counts and Inventory Control

+ Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle count programs by gathering supporting data, reconciling results, and identifying potential control gaps.

+ Track obsolete or slow-moving inventory items and support the preparation of provisioning schedules.

+ Partners with Supply Chain and Warehouse teams to ensure proper recording and control of inventory movements through SAP, MES, and Asset Management systems.

Business Partnering and Cross-Functional Support

+ Communicate with Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Production teams to investigate cost and inventory discrepancies.

+ Assist in documenting business process flows for costing and inventory transactions.

+ Support internal controls and compliance efforts by following SOPs and contributing to audit-ready documentation.

Other General Responsibilities

+ Support the Accounting Supervisor and Cost Accountant II in ad hoc projects related to cost optimization, system improvements, or policy documentation.

+ Continuously seek opportunities to improve accuracy, automation, and efficiency in cost accounting processes.

+ Maintain proper documentation of journal entries, inventory adjustments, and reconciliations.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:

+ To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

_The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job._

Qualifications

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

**Education** :

+ **Required:** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

+ **Preferred:** Progress toward CPA or other accounting certification.

**Essential Qualifications** :

+ Minimum of 1 – 2+ years of of relevant general accounting or cost analysis experience (entry-level role in manufacturing or inventory-related finance preferred).

+ Good knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and procedures.

+ Developing understanding of cost accounting and inventory valuation concepts.

+ Confident in using Microsoft Office with strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and basic formulas).

+ Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and problem solving.

+ Effective and clear communicator.

+ Detailed oriented, highly analytical and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute to process improvement.

+ Ability to reconcile general ledgers with sub-ledgers or other transactional information.

**Preferred Qualifications** :

+ Cost Accounting experience is preferred but not essential.

+ Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and manufacturing operations is a plus.

+ Understanding and experience with month-end, and year-end accounting processes.

+ Working understanding of standard costing vs actual costing is highly valued.

+ Experience and understanding of Inventory management best practices, is advantageous.

+ Highly organized and ability to balance multiple competing priorities.

+ Ability to work with domestic and international teams.

+ Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure.

+ Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude).

**Physical Demands** :

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

+ Sit: 40%

+ Walk: 30%

+ Stand: 20%

+ Lift: 10%

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

+ Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional

+ Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional

+ Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional

+ Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

+ Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance

+ Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month

+ Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment

+ Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition

+ Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning

+ Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program

+ Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging

+ Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization

+ Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events

+ Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

+ Shuttle rides to and from work!

Where You'll Be:

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

Who We Are:

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

_Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction._

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.

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