TN Visa Cost Accountant Jobs
Cost Accountant is a qualifying TN visa occupation under the USMCA treaty, available to Canadian and Mexican professionals with a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Canadians can present their TN application directly at the U.S. border, while Mexicans apply through a U.S. consulate with employer support documentation. No lottery, no cap for Canadians.
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James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
SUMMARY
The Cost Accountant I will be responsible for planning, analyzing, and communicating the profitability of the plant’s manufacturing operations through detailed reports of efficiencies related to the plant’s production and other key financial information for management review. The Cost Accountant I is also responsible for coordinating and conducting cycle counts and annual physical counts within the plant, guiding the cost analysis process, and building and controlling the plant’s annual budget.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Examine the plant’s production costs, gain/loss, and month-end closing data
- Independently collect and analyze operational data
- Complete monthly cost analysis of controllable expense accounts and material cost variance accounts
- Support in the weekly forecast submissions, provide trends and recommend future action
- Gain understanding, and explain and reconcile manufacturing financial variances for the plant
- Prepare month-end close activities, including adjusting journal entries and accruals, closing production work orders, settling utility payments, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Identify resources and solutions to control or eliminate gaps to plan and/or plant performance goals
- Participate in daily/weekly plant meetings to explain the results of analysis and identified solutions
- Drive accounting processes within the plant to ensure accurate books and records and compliance to key control requirements including Sarbanes Oxley
- Provide support and documentation for monthly SOX controls, interim SOX testing, and audits from both Internal and External auditors
- Reconcile cycle counts and post adjustments approved by the Plant Controller
- Coordinate data points and provide organized data to senior Cost Accountants or Controller for decision making process
- Assist in building and managing the annual budget for the plant
- Participate in the annual update of Bill of Materials (BOMs) and Production Routings
- Recognize problems and generate solutions/ideas
Based on plant site size and complexity as well as need, the Cost Accountant I may also:
- Back up for production confirmation and daily reconciliation to SAP
- Identify and resolve any production entry discrepancies or issues
- Enter or scan raw material receiving receipt information and preparing for entry into SAP
- Enter raw material receiving data into SAP
- Maintain movement of inventory through the quality process
- Manage movement of damaged and obsolete inventory
- Own oversight of MRB (Material Review Board) inventory including movements of all quality and non-quality product
- Research and resolve purchasing invoice issues
- Coordinate and conduct cycle counts and annual physical counts within the plant
- Ensure that the cycle count is completed efficiently and accurately, and that all data has been entered properly
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Minimum of one year experience in an accounting or finance role required
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- CPA / CMA certification (or in process) a plus
- Ability to be tactical as well as see the bigger operational picture
- Demonstrated knowledge of standard and cost accounting methods
- Ability to synthesize complex and detailed data and information into meaningful outtakes and decision base information
- Ability to offer solid solutions based on collected, summarized, and analyzed data
- Demonstrated ability to effectively take action to solve problems while exhibiting sound judgement
- Knowledge of research methods and report preparation
- Results-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in accurate, complete, and timely fashion
- Demonstrated moderate skills with the standard features MS Office and other proprietary software
- Good interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to communicate cost and financial information across the business
- Demonstrated ability to identify problems and think independently about alternative ways to solve problems based on analysis of data
- Ability to challenge information and uncover robust facts and data which improve insights and the quality of the final decision
- Desire and tenacity to grow within the organization with consideration of relocation to other manufacturing facilities for opportunities
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $57,400 to $71,800. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
- Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
- Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
- Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
- Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
- Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
- Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie
James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
INTRODUCTION
James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
SUMMARY
The Cost Accountant I will be responsible for planning, analyzing, and communicating the profitability of the plant’s manufacturing operations through detailed reports of efficiencies related to the plant’s production and other key financial information for management review. The Cost Accountant I is also responsible for coordinating and conducting cycle counts and annual physical counts within the plant, guiding the cost analysis process, and building and controlling the plant’s annual budget.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Examine the plant’s production costs, gain/loss, and month-end closing data
- Independently collect and analyze operational data
- Complete monthly cost analysis of controllable expense accounts and material cost variance accounts
- Support in the weekly forecast submissions, provide trends and recommend future action
- Gain understanding, and explain and reconcile manufacturing financial variances for the plant
- Prepare month-end close activities, including adjusting journal entries and accruals, closing production work orders, settling utility payments, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Identify resources and solutions to control or eliminate gaps to plan and/or plant performance goals
- Participate in daily/weekly plant meetings to explain the results of analysis and identified solutions
- Drive accounting processes within the plant to ensure accurate books and records and compliance to key control requirements including Sarbanes Oxley
- Provide support and documentation for monthly SOX controls, interim SOX testing, and audits from both Internal and External auditors
- Reconcile cycle counts and post adjustments approved by the Plant Controller
- Coordinate data points and provide organized data to senior Cost Accountants or Controller for decision making process
- Assist in building and managing the annual budget for the plant
- Participate in the annual update of Bill of Materials (BOMs) and Production Routings
- Recognize problems and generate solutions/ideas
Based on plant site size and complexity as well as need, the Cost Accountant I may also:
- Back up for production confirmation and daily reconciliation to SAP
- Identify and resolve any production entry discrepancies or issues
- Enter or scan raw material receiving receipt information and preparing for entry into SAP
- Enter raw material receiving data into SAP
- Maintain movement of inventory through the quality process
- Manage movement of damaged and obsolete inventory
- Own oversight of MRB (Material Review Board) inventory including movements of all quality and non-quality product
- Research and resolve purchasing invoice issues
- Coordinate and conduct cycle counts and annual physical counts within the plant
- Ensure that the cycle count is completed efficiently and accurately, and that all data has been entered properly
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Minimum of one year experience in an accounting or finance role required
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- CPA / CMA certification (or in process) a plus
- Ability to be tactical as well as see the bigger operational picture
- Demonstrated knowledge of standard and cost accounting methods
- Ability to synthesize complex and detailed data and information into meaningful outtakes and decision base information
- Ability to offer solid solutions based on collected, summarized, and analyzed data
- Demonstrated ability to effectively take action to solve problems while exhibiting sound judgement
- Knowledge of research methods and report preparation
- Results-oriented to ensure delivery of appropriate products and services in accurate, complete, and timely fashion
- Demonstrated moderate skills with the standard features MS Office and other proprietary software
- Good interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to communicate cost and financial information across the business
- Demonstrated ability to identify problems and think independently about alternative ways to solve problems based on analysis of data
- Ability to challenge information and uncover robust facts and data which improve insights and the quality of the final decision
- Desire and tenacity to grow within the organization with consideration of relocation to other manufacturing facilities for opportunities
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $57,400 to $71,800. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
- Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
- Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
- Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
- Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
- Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
- Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie
James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Cost Accountant
Align your credentials to U.S. standards
CBP officers assess whether your accounting degree maps to the TN specialty occupation definition. A Canadian CPA designation or Mexican Contador Público title strengthens your case, but your degree field must directly support the Cost Accountant role description.
Target manufacturers and distributors first
Cost Accountant roles in manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain are the most structurally dependent on this specialty. These employers run ongoing TN sponsorship needs tied to inventory costing cycles, making them more prepared to support your application.
Search TN-ready employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Cost Accountant openings at employers with active TN visa sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship readiness saves you from roles where the hiring team has no prior experience navigating the TN process.
Confirm employer support letter requirements before accepting
Your employer will need to prepare a support letter documenting your role, qualifications, and TN eligibility before you apply at your U.S. port of entry (or consulate if you're a Mexican national). Confirm the hiring team understands this requirement and has legal support ready, since delays here directly push back your start date.
Request a support letter that mirrors the TN criteria
Your employer's support letter must tie your day-to-day duties specifically to cost analysis, variance reporting, or standard costing rather than general finance tasks. CBP can deny TN status if the described duties read as a broader accountant or analyst role.
Prepare for port-of-entry review as a Mexican national
Mexican nationals applying for TN status at a U.S. port of entry should carry a complete documentation packet, including the job offer letter, degree credentials, and any professional licensure. CBP officers adjudicate TN petitions on the spot, so gaps in your packet create immediate problems.
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Find Cost Accountant JobsCost Accountant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cost Accountant qualify as a TN visa occupation?
Yes. Cost Accountant falls under the Accountant category in the USMCA TN occupation list. To qualify, you need a bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field, and your job duties must center on specialized accounting functions such as cost analysis, variance reporting, or standard costing, not general bookkeeping or broad financial management.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Cost Accountant roles?
TN has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply any time of year and get a decision at the port of entry or through USCIS without waiting for a lottery slot. H-1B selection is random and limited to 85,000 registrations annually. For Canadian and Mexican Cost Accountants, TN is typically faster, cheaper for the employer, and more predictable than H-1B.
Where can I find Cost Accountant jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters Cost Accountant openings by TN visa sponsorship readiness, so you're not wasting applications on employers unfamiliar with the process. Most general job boards don't distinguish between employers open to TN sponsorship and those that only hire candidates already authorized to work.
Can my employer deny TN sponsorship after extending a job offer?
Yes, and it happens. Some employers extend offers before their legal or HR team confirms they can support a TN petition. Before accepting, ask directly whether the company has experience sponsoring work visas and whether they have immigration counsel on retainer. An employer unprepared to navigate the TN process—which requires preparing a support letter and understanding TN eligibility requirements—can stall or withdraw sponsorship after you've already resigned a previous position.
What documentation does a Cost Accountant need at a U.S. port of entry for TN admission?
You need a signed employer support letter detailing your job title, duties, and the TN qualification basis, plus your degree transcripts or diploma confirming an accounting credential. Mexican nationals also need a valid passport and may need to schedule an appointment at a U.S. consulate rather than presenting at a land border. CBP officers review all of this on the spot and issue a decision immediately.
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