Cost Accountant

What to Expect

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Cost Accountant to join our team at Tesla in Austin, TX to support vehicle manufacturing and cost reporting. As a Manufacturing Cost Accountant, you will play a critical role in monitoring and analyzing manufacturing costs, identifying areas for improvement, and providing financial insights to drive efficiency and profitability. Additionally, you will report financial results to senior manufacturing and finance leadership on a recurring basis.

• Conduct in-depth analysis of manufacturing costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend process improvements
• Track and analyze actual manufacturing costs for various processes and products, reporting on variances and proposing corrective actions
• Prepare and analyze cost reports, variance analyses, and financial statements related to manufacturing operations
• Perform inventory analysis to ensure accuracy, identify discrepancies, and optimize control processes with cross-functional teams
• Identify cost drivers, implement cost control measures, and propose strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and regulations while supporting audits with documentation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand cost fluctuations and drive continuous improvement efforts

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or related area, or equivalent experience
• CPA license or MBA preferred but not required
• 3+ years of experience as a cost accountant or in a similar manufacturing cost analysis role
• Proficiency in financial analysis, cost modeling, and variance analysis
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and experience with ERP systems
• Strong SQL skills for data extraction and manipulation preferred
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and cost accounting principles

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program