RIDE Mobility ยท 4 hours ago
RIDE - Finance Cost Accounting Manager
Lancaster, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
20+ years expRIDE Mobility LLC is seeking a Finance Cost Accounting Manager to lead cost accounting efforts within their manufacturing operations. This hands-on leadership role involves analyzing cost structures, optimizing costs, and mentoring a team of cost accountants to drive significant savings and efficiencies.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Deep-Dive Analysis & Integration: Fully immerse yourself in the manufacturing process to gain a granular understanding of all cost drivers. Partner directly with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify inefficiencies
Cost Reduction & COGS Optimization: Develop and execute strategies to drive tangible cost savings. Lead the charge on optimizing the cost structure to aggressively reduce the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), focusing on direct material, labor, and overhead
Inventory Optimization: Analyze inventory levels, carrying costs, and turnover. Implement processes for managing inventory to improve cash flow and reduce waste, including oversight of cycle count programs and analysis of excess and obsolete inventory
Standard Costing & Variance Analysis: Establish and maintain a robust standard costing system. Perform detailed variance analysis (purchase price, material usage, labor efficiency, etc.) and provide actionable insights to leadership
Team Leadership & Mentorship: Lead, manage, and mentor a team of 2-3 cost accountants. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and deep operational partnership
Qualification
Required
Decades of progressive experience in manufacturing cost accounting is required
Proven experience in a supervisory or management role is mandatory
A Bachelor's degree is secondary; your extensive and relevant professional experience is paramount
Mastery of standard costing, Bill of Materials (BOM) management, variance analysis, and inventory valuation is expected
Proficiency with ERP systems is required
Maturity & Dedication: You are a seasoned professional who leads by example with a calm, steady presence
Incredible Work Ethic: You understand that building something new requires a profound commitment, and you are willing and able to dedicate the long hours necessary to drive results
Hands-On Mentality: You are as comfortable on the factory floor as you are in a spreadsheet and believe that true understanding comes from direct observation and collaboration
Pragmatic Leader: You are a practical problem-solver focused on tangible outcomes over theory, with a proven ability to mentor and develop a small, high-impact team
Company
RIDE Mobility
RIDE, a BYD spinoff, is redefining the future of transportation in North America.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase