Full-Time

Cost Accountant

Posted on 2/19/2026

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

1,001-5,000 employees

Supplier of automotive electrical systems.

No salary listed

El Paso, TX, USA

Hybrid

Two days per week in-office required.

Category
Accounting (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • BS Degree with 1-3 years professional experience preferably
  • 1 year in cost accounting
  • Excellent working knowledge of excel
  • Must understand and be able to implement costing concepts
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Effective communication in English and Spanish, including writing, speaking and active listening
  • Collaboration and good teamwork
Responsibilities
  • Work with standard cost data for various reports to operations and management. Daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance of inventory transactions in cost system Determine, validate, and explain variance calculations. (PPV, OMV & Mfg)
  • Monitor inventory movement issues and provide guidance to Mexico/US plants and warehouses in their controlling of inventories. Attend meetings to resolve inventory issues.
  • Participate in the Physical inventory process. Summarize and report physical inventory results.
  • Participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities.
  • Reconciliation of accounts.
  • Provide information for external audit requests.
  • Projects and improvement activities as required.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

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Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS) makes electrical systems for cars. Its products include electrical distribution systems, components, and electronics that help power and control a vehicle’s electrical functions. These parts are designed to be installed in vehicles to manage power flow, sensors, and other electronic systems so cars run reliably. SEWS differentiates itself through a long, trusted brand name from Sumitomo Electric Industries and a focus on quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness, backed by safety and a strong global parent company. The company aims to supply high-quality electrical systems to the automotive industry and support the development of intelligent, connected cars.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Founded

1986

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Grid interconnection demand drives HVDC cable adoption across continents.
  • EV transition requires specialized high-voltage components SEWS manufactures.
  • EUR 500 million Corridor A-Nord contract validates technology leadership.

What critics are saying

  • Aptiv's 40% lighter aluminum harnesses displace SEWS copper designs.
  • Yazaki captures 15% more GM contracts via Mexico cost advantage.
  • Zonal architecture mandates reduce traditional copper harness market 25% by 2027.

What makes Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems unique

  • 525 kV XLPE HVDC cable system installed in Germany Corridor A-Nord project.
  • Integrated high-voltage connectors, harnesses, and junction boxes for EV platforms.
  • Tripartite automotive structure: sales, design-manufacturing, and dedicated R&D divisions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Tuition Reimbursement

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