Cost Accountant

Arrowhead Products
Los Alamitos, California, US
$74K-$84K a year
Full-time

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Arrowhead Products - Los Alamitos, CA

Salary Range :

$74,000.00 - $84,000.00 Salary / year

Job Shift : 1st Shift

1st Shift

Job Summary :

Under general direction, performs detailed research and analysis of costs associated with Company product manufacturing projects, departments and future ventures to support crucial Company business decisions, overall profitability and cost-reduction initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Responsible for performing the day-to-day general ledger accounting, financial reporting and analysis for assigned functional areas.
  • Research and support Business Unit(s) inquiries.
  • Act as Business Partner for assigned areas, providing all financial needs.
  • Collects and analyzes data on costs on material and labor to evaluate efficiency and utilization of assigned functional areas.
  • Routine communication with Supervisors relating to financial close, issues and deliverables.
  • Responsible for month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities.
  • Research and prepare variance analysis and explanations.
  • Responsible for the preparation and analysis of the periodic management reporting of financial results for assigned functional areas.
  • Submission of financial results and variance analysis to Finance and Business Unit.
  • Responsible for ad hoc analysis as needed.
  • Assist in the Business Unit monthly, quarterly and financial reporting packages as applicable.
  • Prepare journal entries related to assigned functional responsibilities.
  • Cross train as back-ups for other staff in the case of emergencies.
  • Review and research accounting transactions for functional area of responsibility.
  • Supports bid and proposal activities as appropriate, including customer and DCAA fact finds.
  • Supports Program Management to incorporate Budget Change Requests and revised EACs (Estimates at Completion) into forecasts and budgets.
  • Supports tasks and other projects as assigned by management (e.g. inventory cycle count support).

Education and Experience :

Requires B.S. degree in Finance, Accounting or related field with emphasis on cost analysis and budgeting. Related post-graduate degree / coursework helpful.

Requires 5+ years in aerospace cost analysis experience. EAC, CAS, and Earned Value Management System experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Able to utilize timekeeping devices to measure cycle time and performance to time standards.
  • Solid understanding of cost accounting, financial reporting and earned value reporting principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience must demonstrate effective interface with a variety of internal / external customers.
  • Experience with financial reporting associated with Time and Material, Cost-Plus Incentive Fee, and Cost-Plus Fixed Fee Contracts a plus.
  • Requires PC / Microsoft advanced proficiency (WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint). Advanced proficiency with MRP software packages and databases also required.

Core Behaviors :

  • Teamwork / Collaboration
  • Accountability
  • Sense of Urgency
  • Communication
  • Persistence

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Sitting (60%)

Standing (35%)

Walking (5%)

Lifting (intermittent up to 25 lbs.)

Push / Pulling (intermittent up to 25 lbs.)

Climbing Stairs - Intermittent

Hand-wrist motion - Continuous

Elbow / Shoulder motion - Intermittent

Assignment is indoors with an assigned sit-to-stand desk

Noise level in the office work environment is minimal to quiet w / approximately 10 office employees.

Special Requirements :

None

Limitations and Disclaimer :

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company.

In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.

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