Cost Accountant

Aechelon Technology is a leader in real-time computer graphics applications for training, simulation, and entertainment markets, including 3D content in Geospecific visual/sensor databases and realistic 3D models. We seek people who share our passion for real-time computer graphics and commitment to our mission of helping make our Nation’s pilots safer. We will give you an opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the graphics industry.

Our Finance team is looking for a Cost Accountant to help us in our mission. The Cost Accountant will calculate and analyze production costs, and monitor and track inventory and expenses, to provide accurate financial information to management. He/she will play a critical role in cost analysis, budgeting, and variance reporting, helping the organization optimize operational efficiency and profitability. The Cost Accountant will ensure cost accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, contributing to informed decision-making and effective financial management within the Company.

The primary location for this position will be your home office.

United States citizenship required due to restrictions on access to certain data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Product costing, standard cost updates, analysis of cost variance, and preparation of cost reports
• Handling inventory accounting, reporting, and reconciliations
• Performing month-end closing activities and ensuring financial accounting related to revenue and costing is completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Analyzing reports and tools that identify cost exceptions and working with cross-function teams to predict and improve the cost of production
• Assist with the processing of purchase requisitions and job cost coding
• Assist with forecasting CoGS against revenue
• Work with the Company’s Contracts team in determining labor and indirect rates for Government contracts
• Other duties as assigned by other members of the team

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• 5-7 years of accounting experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Good knowledge of GAAP
• Working knowledge of FAR Part 31 and Government Cost Accounting (CAS)
• General Bookkeeping and Procurement experience

DESIRED COMPENTENCIES:

• Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook
• Netsuite ERP
• Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE)/Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

• None

REQUIRED EDUCATION, ELIGIBILITY AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor degree in Business Admin, Accounting or related field

This position description is not intended to be a complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee holding this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may be changed or others may be assigned at any time by the Company with notice to the employee. 

We offer a very attractive compensation package including a competitive base salary, Company performance-based profit sharing, 401k with Company contribution, 100% employer paid health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, std, ltd, and life insurance plans), and Company paid mobile phone, broadband access and Lyft credits for employees at our South San Francisco office.

We do not provide relocation reimbursement. For more information about our company, please visit www.aechelon.com

Aechelon Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing access and opportunities to individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant who is unable to fully utilize/access our application process because of a disability, Aechelon Technology will provide a reasonable accommodation. Please send an email to [email protected] to request that accommodation, and please be sure to include a detailed description of your requested accommodation, your name and preferred method of contact.