Position Description:
We are seeking a Cost Accountant / Senior Cost Accountant. They will work closely with all levels of the organization to meet financial forecasting, reporting, and planning needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background with operational accounting experience with a proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced workplace environment. The role will require the development, delivery, and presentation of key reporting. The candidate should have a strong understanding of financial, operational, sales, and macro/industry key metrics necessary to analyze and report on performance.
Responsibilities:
Develops, analyzes, and reports operational and business-relevant finance metrics on a cadence set by the company and be required to handle all aspects of operational accountant including AP/ Billing / standard costing and analysis
Works with department managers to set, track, and/or optimize performance metrics and performance vs budgets
Develops financial reporting and dashboards to report financial performance
Works with other members of the finance and operations team to track and report project finance metrics
Ownership of analysis and reporting processes designed to prepare actionable, insightful, and detailed financial reporting that drives effective decision making with a focus on improving speed of reporting creation and accuracy of forecasts
Develops and maintains relationships with functional managers, department heads, and other team members
Partners with business unit leaders and project managers to develop the understanding needed to create variance commentary and meaningful analysis, as well as serving as a liaison to them on financial, budget and related questions and issues that may arise
Assists with project costing in support of pricing and project reporting
Supports forecasts, comprehensive budgeting, and long-range financial planning activities, deadlines and deliverable creation
Creates, maintains, and updates complex and dynamic financial models
Manages internal controls
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university required in Accounting or Finance
Minimum 3+ years' experience in related accounting experience
Experience with financial management and control of manufacturing operations
Strong cost accounting background
Strong understanding of the application of accounting principles to projects centered around engineering, design, and providing services to commercial and government customers (especially revenue recognition)
Experience in ERP systems, ERP implementations and demonstrable knowledge of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
Strong understanding of GAAP accounting rules for revenue recognition
Accounting for government contracts
Preferences:
Master's degree or equivalent preferred.
Experience with aerospace or defense industries preferred
Proficiency in accounting software, preferably Deltek Costpoint
Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) practices a plus
CPA or CMA or other relevant designation a plus
Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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