Cost Accounting Analyst (m/f/d)

Advantest Europe GmbH is looking for a qualified Cost Accounting Analyst with Month End Closing, Inventory Operations, and Inventory Control experience. Major focus is on Inventory compliance related processes.

• Financial analysis with focus on Cost of Sales and Inventories
• Cost of Sales planning & budgeting in context of consistent Business Unit controlling and reporting
• Support of Advantest Operations and Manufacturing organization
• Improve reporting processes efficiency, transparency, and provide insights to support Management decision making
• Oversee the Cost of Sales related month-end / quarter-end process in accordance with accounting policies (IFRS)
• Reconcile inventory transactions and ensure process compliance
• Responsibility for global audit and SOX coordination in cooperation with internal and external auditors
• Drive process improvements with positive impact on Gross Margins
• Responsibility for E&O process for several Business Units including preparation of data, coordination of the review process with business partners, as well as review with external auditors
• Potentially assist in next roadmap steps for upgrading ERP system of most recent acquisitions

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• At least 2-3 years cost accounting experience
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team under global environment
• Solid understanding of IFRS, USGAAP and SOX compliance
• Oracle ERP experience is a plus - preferably in cost accounting role
• Proficient using Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel