What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Cost Accountant position at Acutronic?

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Acutronic is looking for a Senior Cost Accountant who will directly support the Aerospace Components Division and the Business Unit General Manager with a range of tasks, including but not limited to cost analysis, inventory reporting, standard costing, and margin insights across complex production environments. Experience supporting DCAA compliance or working with government contracts is a significant plus. This is a high visibility role ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-scaling environment.

Senior Cost Accountant

Your Roles/Responsibilities:

Lead all aspects of manufacturing cost accounting, including standard cost updates, variance analysis, and BOM/route reviews
Partner with plant operations to analyze labor, overhead, material usage, scrap, and production variances
Maintain and analyze inventory valuation, including cycle counts, reconciliations, and month-end close activities
Prepare detailed margin analysis and cost models to support pricing, forecasts, and financial planning
Monitor and report on manufacturing KPIs, recommending improvements to cost efficiency and operational processes
Support internal and external audit requirements, including DCAA or government contract–related cost reporting when applicable
Develop, maintain, and analyze fixed cost structures, ensuring accurate allocation of plant overhead
Evaluate and update overhead rate structures, including burden rates, absorption rates, and labor/machine utilization assumptions
Perform rate modeling and scenario analysis to assess cost impacts of operational changes, volume shifts, or capital investments
Ensure compliance with government cost principles (FAR/DCAA) when applicable, particularly in rate development and cost pool allocation
Drive enhancements to cost accounting systems and processes as the organization scales
Participate in budgeting and forecasting for COGS and production-related expenses
Collaborate cross functionally with operations, engineering, supply chain, and finance leadership

Your Profile/Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
At least five years of manufacturing or plant-level cost accounting experience required
Experience with DCAA, FAR, or government contracting environments preferred
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Epicor
Prior experience supporting a high-growth or scaling operation, a plus

We Offer:

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k match
Company-paid holidays and Paid-Leave Time
9/80 schedule

About Acutronic:

The Acutronic Group has a proud history of building technologies and teams that are crucial to the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries.

Acutronic’s Simulation & Test Division is the global market leader in high-performance motion simulation and test equipment. Our rate tables and advanced centrifuges are used to test or calibrate inertial sensors, navigation systems, and stabilized electro-optics. Hardware-In-the-Loop motion simulators replicate the flight motion profiles and engagement scenarios of missiles. Geotechnical centrifuges and their related accessories are designed to study the behavior of structures, soil mechanics, and earthquakes. Our vibration test systems (shaker tables) allow users to carry out environmental tests to ensure the robustness or quality of manufactured products. The Division also develops and refurbishes stabilized or gimbaled-platforms utilized in applications such as tracking mounts, gun turrets, and directed-energy systems.

Acutronic’s Aerospace Components Division manufactures specialty components for use on uncrewed aerial vehicles, land defense applications, and missile systems. These products are used on next-generation aerospace programs and include a range of electric power systems, servo-actuators, micro-turbines, and Hybrid-Electric-Propulsion-Systems. We offer standard products and excel at designing highly customized solutions for demanding mission requirements.

The Acutronic Group employs approximately 300 employees across sites in Austin, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Switzerland; Germany; France; and India.

Acutronic Integrated Systems Inc.
3401 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78721
acutronic.com
1 737 212 9013

Acutronic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at HR@acutronic.com or phone 412.926.1200.

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