Cost Accountant, Warranty

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Warranty Cost Accountant with 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or remanufacturing environment to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing warranty costs, analyzing warranty data, and ensuring accurate financial reporting related to warranty liabilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor warranty reliability data provided by engineering team to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for cost reduction
• Support the warranty run rate calculation particularly in remanufacturing context and responsible for setting up the standard cost for labor overhead and bill of material for remanufactured products
• Maintain warranty reserve model for powertrain products and ensure they align with company policies and accounting standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cell engineering, quality reliability, remanufacturing and service, to address warranty-related issues and improve accounting close cycle
• Prepare month end warranty related JEs and account reconciliation, support internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls and relevant accounting principles under US GAAP
• Assist in the implementation and enhancement of warranty close cycle and processes to improve the efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
• 3+ years' experience in Accounting preferably in a large manufacturing environment with evidence of exceptional ability
• Ability to understand the manufacturing environment and the associated financial processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
• Ability to multi-task and drive actions to completion under strict deadlines

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
Expected Compensation$64,000 - $138,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.