Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Cost Accountant

Cost & Management AccountingPosted on Nov 12

Full-timeAustin, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience is required.
At least 3 years of experience in Cost Accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment, or related accounting or finance experience is required.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel is required, along with experience using reporting and data analysis tools and designing models from operational and financial data.
The candidate must be able to interpret complex data, assess problems, identify root causes, and make recommendations.
The candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Support cost accounting activities, including standard cost, inventory, warranty, remanufacturing, job costing, and related financial reporting.
Assist with month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accounting schedules, and supporting documentation.
Analyze financial and operational data to explain variances, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights; maintain and improve reports, models, dashboards, and analytical tools.
Partner with cross-functional teams in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, quality, engineering, service, and finance to resolve accounting, reporting, and process issues while ensuring process integrity.
Support internal and external audits, ensure compliance with SOX controls and U.S. GAAP, and identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, data quality, controls, and close efficiency.

Desired Qualifications

CPA or MBA is preferred but not required.
Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Category	Finance
Location	AUSTIN, Texas
Requisition ID	289765
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join our accounting team. This role will support cost accounting activities across manufacturing, warranty, operations, supply chain, service, and other cross-functional areas. The ideal candidate will have experience analyzing operational and financial data, supporting month-end close, maintaining accounting schedules, and ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with internal controls and applicable accounting principles.  </p>

Job Responsibilities

Support cost accounting activities, including but not limited to standard cost, inventory, warranty, remanufacturing, job costing, and related financial reporting
Assist with month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accounting schedules, and supporting documentation
Analyze financial and operational data to explain variances, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights; maintain and improve reports, models, dashboards, and analytical tools
Partner with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, operations, supply chain, quality, engineering, service, and finance) to resolve accounting, reporting, and process issues while ensuring process integrity
Support internal and external audits, ensure compliance with SOX controls and U.S. GAAP, and identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, data quality, controls, and close efficiency

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in Cost Accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment, or related accounting or finance experience
CPA or MBA preferred, but not required
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, assess problems, identify root causes, and make recommendations
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel, with experience using reporting/data analysis tools and designing models from operational and financial data
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with strong collaboration skills and a positive, action-oriented, solution-driven mindset

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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