What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aerospace Cost Accountant position at Eleven Recruiting?
About the Role
Eleven Recruiting is seeking an experienced Aerospace Cost Accountant to join one of our largest clients in Los Alamitos, CA. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing cost accounting, financial compliance, and variance reporting.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of government contracts, cost structures, and financial reporting within manufacturing operations. They will also possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement, maintain, and enhance cost accounting methodologies, ensuring compliance with CAS, FAR, and DFARS regulations.
- Develop and maintain the BPCS (Arrowhead ERP) cost system, ensuring data accuracy and efficiency.
- Analyze standard vs. actual costs, labor and material variances, and manufacturing efficiencies to drive cost optimization.
- Lead cost audits and provide financial recommendations to senior leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of cost accounting experience in either aerospace or high-volume manufacturing industries.
- Proven experience with both standard and actual costing methodologies.
- Strong understanding of government contract accounting principles, CAS, FAR, and DFARS compliance.
