Cost Accountant - Senior

Columbia Helicopters, Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
  • 5 years of manufacturing accounting/finance experience
  • Experience with US Government cost-based proposals
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills
  • Must be a U.S. Person

Responsibilities

  • Own product and inventory costing, including standard costs and margin reporting
  • Lead standard cost setup and annual cost roll for parts
  • Ensure inventory accuracy through reconciliations and cycle counts
  • Support month-end close with cost reporting and account reconciliations
  • Provide financial analysis to manufacturing leaders
  • Maintain integrity of cost data within the ERP system
  • Assist with internal and external audits and mentor team members

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence margin accuracy and inventory integrity
  • Collaborative work environment with operations and finance leadership
  • Role contributes significantly to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Mentorship opportunities within the cost accounting team
  • Engagement with various levels of the organization for professional growth
Full Job Description
The Cost Accountant - Senior plays a key role in providing accurate, actionable cost data to support manufacturing, supply chain, and aftermarket operations. This position partners closely with operations and finance leadership to drive margin accuracy, inventory integrity, and continuous improvement across the business.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Own product and inventory costing, including standard costs, PPV analysis, absorption, and margin reporting
  • Lead standard cost setup and annual cost roll for new and existing parts
  • Ensure inventory accuracy through reconciliations, cycle counts, and root-cause analysis
  • Support month-end close with journal entries, cost reporting, and account reconciliations
  • Provide financial analysis and insights to manufacturing leaders to improve efficiency and profitability
  • Maintain integrity of cost data within the ERP system and support system/process improvements
  • Assist with internal, external, SOX, and government audits
  • Mentor or support other cost accounting team members as needed


WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance
  • 5 years prior manufacturing accounting/finance experience
  • Experience with US Govt cost based proposals required
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Adaptability to manage multiple and varied tasks
  • Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels of the organization
  • Exceptional communication, attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential.
  • Must be a U.S. Person

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