Cost Accountant

Engineering The Unfair Advantage, a solution for thermal system requirements. Starting from a father and sons’ vision which turned into a true success story. 

PWR has become the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotive cooling products in Australia. 

We are a renowned name in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 650 talented staff across Australia, America, and the UK, now listed on the ASX stock exchange. 

PWR are consistently breaking boundaries, delving into new innovations, and venturing into thrilling industries such as electric, aerospace, and defence. 

With year-on-year success we are expanding our team and wanting to attract top talent to help us drive innovation and meet unprecedented demand. 

Do you want to embark on a thrilling career? Unleash your potential here, at PWR. 

✨ It’s a career, not just a job. Our average tenure is 10 years+ and there is a reason for that. We are serious about supporting our people to build fantastic careers and are committed to promoting from within.

✨ Wheels Diner & Onsite Gym- A fully catered diner that provides free, fresh and full meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner to keep you well-fed and hydrated.

✨ PWR uniforms - Fostering professionalism and community while eliminating the hassle and expense of maintaining a work wardrobe.

✨ 50% OFF all PWR products - Plus discounts across other automotive suppliers and financial wellbeing programs.

✨ Latest technology - From a controlled atmosphere brazing furnace, CNC machine shop, to an in-house wind tunnel.

✨ Recognition programs - Celebrating outstanding achievements with monetary rewards for Employee of the Year, Apprentice of the Year, and more.

✨ Thriving and Inclusive Culture - At the heart of PWR is our people. Our company culture promotes inclusiveness, diversity and a place where you can be yourself. We value our team and commit to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Reporting to the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, the Cost Accountant plays a key role in helping the business understand and improve manufacturing performance. Working closely with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain and Production, you'll provide cost analysis, inventory insights and financial reporting to support informed decision-making.

You'll analyse manufacturing costs, investigate variances, support inventory valuation and assist with budgeting and forecasting. The role is also responsible for preparing reporting that helps identify cost-saving opportunities, improve operational efficiency and drive business performance.

You'll contribute to month-end activities, stock reconciliations, audits and process improvement initiatives, while providing financial analysis to support new products, investments and strategic projects.

• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience within a complex manufacturing or production environment.

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and financial reporting.

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Syspro, Pronto or similar platforms) in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and operational performance reporting

• Experience in reporting using a visualisation tool e.g Power BI, Tableau, Qlik etc would be advantageous

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with various departments and present financial data clearly.

• Strong analytical, problem solving and financial modelling skills.