Cost Accountant

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world-famous brand with offices across the globe. Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument; it is a global cultural symbol.

We are seeking a Cost Accountant to join our team in Ensenada, Mexico. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily activities of the cost accounting department. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in general accounting, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position offers an excellent opportunity to facilitate cross-functional collaboration, solve problems, and think innovatively. This position reports to the Cost Accounting Manager.

Essential Functions:

Performs journal entries, reconciliations, and other month-end close duties

Completes standard cost rolls

Maintains the Cost Accounting inbox and processes cost requests

Ensures adherence to Standard Costing Policy and Procedures

Performs standard cost variance analysis

Compiles and reviews purchase price variances

Identifies and implement process improvements

Performs ad-hoc financial analysis

Collaborate with internal employees across a variety of departments

Serves as a liaison with the external audit team to ensure the timely delivery of audit requests

Manages multiple projects with a focus on meeting critical deadlines

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field

1-2 years of accounting experience

SAP experience within the manufacturing industry preferred

Ability to independently manage tasks with strong attention to detail and accuracy

Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Professional proficiency in English

Proficiency in MS Office

Advanced MS Excel skills

Experience in Microsoft Access databases preferred

Experience working collaboratively across departments and functional areas

This position is onsite and located in Ensenada, MX

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Presonus®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel®, Bigsby®, and Groove Tubes®, among others. For more information, visit  www.fender.com . Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.