Overview

Who we are

At Toyota, we are reimagining mobility through innovative, high-quality technology solutions designed to enhance lives and meet our company mission of “Producing Happiness for All.” If you are interested in reimagining mobility with us in an inclusive environment built on teamwork that puts respect for people first, we want to talk to you.

Toyota Racing Development inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans, Toyota team members, customers and the driving public.  We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack success.  We partner with the finest race teams and drivers who share our passion and our actions foster an atmosphere of excellence.  In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world, we are looking for highly motivated applicants for our available positions.

TRD is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Cost Accountant in our Finance department.   

Key Responsibilities: 

• Review work order variances to determine if they are labor or machine time related and record them appropriately.
• Perform variance analysis, including Purchase Price to Cost variance, Invoice to PO price variances and work order variances.
• Develop reporting for actual vs. standard costs.
• Work with the manufacturing team to identify changes needed to standard costs and routes based on trends for actual labor and machine time
• Analyze actual cost recovery allocations (MFB, NRE, Labor and Machine Time Allocations) and work with manufacturing team to understand forecast/ budget impact.
• Update fixed and variable costs allocation methodology semi-annually. Propose methodology and basis for hourly rates to Senior Management.
• Analyze and record Engine Build Plan and Development expenses and review WIP sub-ledger vs General Ledger differences.
• Calculate monthly inventory obsolescence reserve and reconcile inventory accounts.
• Review inventory adjustments and inventory cycle count data.
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for cost accounting and reporting.
• Develop and document business processess and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls and review and recommend enhancements to accounting systems and procedures.
• Special Projects and Ad hoc analysis.

A successful candidate will have:

• B.A/B.S. in Accounting or Finance
• 5-7 years increasing responsible job experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Strong analytical and Excel skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and present results to all levels of management in a clear and concise format.
• Ability to build and maintain strong, cross-functional relationships
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment
• Proactive and self-starter
• Cost accounting and financial analysis experience in a manufacturing environment.

A successful candidate may have:

• A CPA preferred
• A mix of public and industry accounting experience

What we’ll bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family .
• Flexible work options based on business needs .
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, child care, schools and more .
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

The expected base pay range for this position is $92,400 - $150,150 per year.

TRD is an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ancestry, religion, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law. TRD hires U.S. citizens, permanent residents, asylees, refugees, and temporary residents.  Temporary residence status does not include individuals in non-immigrant status (H, B, L, or TN visas) or those with temporary work authorization, such as students in practical training status (F and J visas).

TRD provides reasonable accommodations consistent with its legal obligations.  Any applicant who, because of a disability or religion, needs reasonable accommodation or other assistance at any point in the application process, or thereafter if hired, should contact the Human Resources Department by sending an email to [email protected]

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. 

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question or need assistance with your application?  Check out the How to Apply section of our careers page on Toyota.com or send an email to [email protected]