COMPANY OVERVIEW: MOBIS Technical Center of North America is the Research & Development Center for Hyundai MOBIS, a Tier 1 supplier and an affiliate under Hyundai Motor Group. MOBIS produces and supplies a wide variety of automotive components to customers including component modules (chassis, cockpit and front-end module), core system, eco-friendly and DAS-mechatronics. Mobis delivers the design and development of advanced engineering, autonomous driving, infotainment, component modules, safety, brake and steering systems, lamp, ICS/electronics and software development solutions that consider the safety and convenience of our customers as well as the future.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Cost Analyst will support the tracking, management, and analysis of costs for automotive projects, with a focus on battery system assembly, chassis assembly, and related commodities. This role involves close collaboration with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Sales teams to ensure that all cost drivers—such as labor, materials, logistics, customs, and customer contracts—are accurately captured and optimized.

You will assist in preparing financial reports, supporting RFQs, and conducting scenario and stress test analyses to evaluate the impact of cost fluctuations. The role also includes supporting financial evaluations such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and payback analysis to assess project viability and profitability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND SKILLS:

• Track, analyze, and report project costs including materials, labor, logistics, and overhead expenses.
• Manage project budgets and cost estimates while monitoring cost performance and variance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Sales, and Purchasing teams to control costs, evaluate design changes, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support RFQs and pricing activities by developing cost models and ensuring competitive, profitable quotations.
• Support the preparation of cost breakdowns for RFQs and customer proposals.
• Typical re Assist in tracking and analyzing project costs across multiple components and commodities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and validate cost inputs.
• Conduct financial and profitability analyses (DCF, NPV, IRR, payback) and provide management reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess cost risks and opportunities.
• Help prepare financial models and profitability assessments for new and ongoing projects.
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly cost reporting and variance analysis.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date cost databases and documentation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SKILLS/ REQUIRMENTS:

• 4–8 years of experience in cost analysis, financial planning, or accounting.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP or cost management systems is a plus.
• Interest in financial modeling and project profitability analysis.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Korean language proficiency is a plus.

In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, tasks relating to the following area will be assigned as required.

• Be a team player.
• Have great attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Be reliable (with reliable mode of transportation.)

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-8 years of experience in cost analysis, financial planning, or accounting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• A typical work week is 45 hours/week.
• Working hours for employees are flexible with a typical day starting 7am- 9am M-F.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CANDIDATE SPONSORSHIP:

Mobis does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Mobis immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of Mobis as the immigration employer of record on a government form and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company. (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, E-2, TN, J-1, etc.)

ADA DISCLAIMER:

Mobis North America is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: MTCA_HR@gmobis.com.

EEO STATEMENT:

Mobis North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Mobis North America will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Mobis North America legal duty to furnish information.