Manager, Cost Management

Posted 11 Days Ago
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Huntsville, AL
Mid level
Automotive
The Role
The Manager of Cost Management is responsible for developing and executing corporate accounting and finance functions to maintain cost competitiveness. The role involves mentoring team members, engaging in strategic decision-making, managing projects to improve costs, and leading budgeting and forecasting initiatives.
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Why We Want You

We believe that sharing common values and bringing together ideas from all people of a community triggers more engagement, creativity and performance. By inspiring each other and fostering an inclusive, friendly environment that helps us thrive as individuals we create a unique and cooperative work sphere.

We value diversity and inclusion and care for everybody that supports us with his and her skills.

Find your future with us and join our team!

What You Do

What You Do

  • Responsible for the strategic development, implementation and ongoing execution of corporate accounting, finance, and cost management functions to ensure MTM is cost competitive and compliant with all applicable US GAAP principles and internal SOX control requirements.

As a part of the above, and on an ongoing basis will also:

  • Establish strong team member relations, at all levels and provide support for people development, coaching, and mentoring with a focus on teamwork and inclusion
  • Work closely with advisors from Mazda and Toyota
  • Proactively engage and support company level strategic decision making from a financial viewpoint
  • Develop strong working relationships with members of Toyota Motor North America Accounting and Finance team that will be providing certain shared services and other support
  • Lead team in achievement of action plans surrounding mid-term business plan and annual budgeting, annual contract manufacturing fee setting, quarterly forecasts, monthly shop cost management activities, month-end close, internal and external reporting, and key targets
  • Manage cross-functional and cross-company projects focusing on cost improvement activities and attainment of unit cost and functional targets
  • Lead and supervise Assistant Manager who has responsibility for cost management area which includes cost accounting, cost planning and shop management reporting
  • Identify and develop contingency plans around missed targets and internal control gap mitigation
  • Lead budget development, forecasts, unit and functional cost targets and improvement plans in coordination with other MTM areas and corporate
  • Manage the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle regarding budget and improvement containment
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the department
  • Be available to work outside of normal work schedule, including but not limited to weekends, holidays, shutdowns, and travel as needed (domestically and internationally)

What You Bring

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2 years’ supervisory experience in an equivalent role or internal demonstrated experience
  • Project management experience
  • Experience with root cause analysis/problem solving and Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of Products

What Will Set You Apart

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
  • Experience in a managerial role, with an emphasis in budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and financial reporting Experience and knowledge of accounting regulations
  • 5 years’ supervisory experience in Accounting/Finance, preferably in automotive manufacturing
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

What We Offer

At Mazda Toyota Manufacturing USA Inc., we offer the opportunity to end each day with a smile and a sense of pride in the work that you do. Our innovative, inclusive environment allows every single one of our team members the chance to learn from others and do something that matters – from building vehicles that lead in quality & value to making a true difference in Mazda Toyota Manufacturing and our hometown North Alabama community.

A few highlights include:

  • Comprehensive healthcare and wellness plans
  • 401K Savings Plan featuring a company match.
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
  • Vehicle Discount Program
  • Child Care Assistance Program
  • Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

Top Skills

Accounting
Finance
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The Company
HQ: Huntsville, Alabama
1,379 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Our world-class parent companies launched MTM in early 2018, and we’ve covered some impressive ground at lightning speed. At our sparkling $2.311 billion North Alabama facility, the MTM team builds the highest-value vehicles that our customers trust and love, the Corolla Cross and the CX-50. We embrace innovation through continuous improvement to achieve industry-leading competitiveness in our work. All the while, we stay focused on building even more than incredible cars. We foster an inclusive environment with unlimited growth opportunities in a culture of teamwork and appreciation. We serve our hometown North Alabama communities through thoughtful partnerships and stewardship.

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