Cost Accountant II

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

As part of a diverse team, this position is the subject matter expert for inventory cost accounting and responsible for performing sophisticated accounting functions consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). These include performing month-end closing activities, managing inventory movements within the inventory module, performing inventory valuations, and performing subledger to general ledger reconciliations. This position will have direct interaction with Business Unit Finance, Operations, and Production Control in support of Blue Origin’s manufacturing processes.

Additionally, the Cost Accountant will work closely with management to design and implement approved inventory cost accounting procedures and internal controls to ensure compliance with both US GAAP and Government Accounting Standards. The key to success in this role is actively driving process improvements and seeking opportunities for automation.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to the highest standards to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Relocation will be provided

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory subledger and perform month-end close activities.

• Process and coordinate inventory movements to support manufacturing operations.

• Perform analytics to assess inventory for excess and obsolescence.

• Provide insights into inventory transactions that help drive operational decisions.

• Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance personnel across business lines to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with concentration in accounting, finance, or related business field.

• 2+ years of inventory and/or operational accounting experience.

• Solid understanding of US GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting.

• Ability to earn trust, build positive relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired

• Self-starter with bias for action – builder vs. maintainer mentality.

• Advanced degree in accounting

• CPA

• Working knowledge of government contracting requirements (including FAR and CAS).

• Exposure to Deltek Costpoint and Coupa.

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $73,800.00-$103,320.00

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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