Cost Accountant

AeroGo Inc. seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support the growth of our business. AeroGo is a world leader in the manufacturing of innovative equipment for moving heavy loads and tooling utilizing hovercraft and wheeled technology. The company sells throughout the world from Seattle. Our 60 employees have developed the best service and quality standards in the industry.

Applicants who complete all application instructions below will be prioritized for interviews.

Job Summary

The Cost Accountant is a key member of the Finance team responsible for developing accurate product and project costing, improving margin visibility, supporting operational decision-making, and strengthening cost controls. The Cost Accountant will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Project Engineering, Production, and Sales to ensure costs are properly captured, analyzed, and reported.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update standard cost models for manufactured products in the ERP system.
• Manage project-based costing for engineered-to-order products, including setup, tracking, and analysis.
• Maintain and analyze inventory valuation for raw materials, work-in-process, semi-finished, and finished goods.
• Perform weekly and monthly WIP analysis and reconciliations, including project-level WIP.
• Review and support standard cost updates, including annual and periodic re-costing activities.
• Monitor, analyze, and explain manufacturing variances related to material, labor, and overhead.
• Maintain product and cost-related financial master data to ensure accuracy within the ERP system.
• Support month-end close activities related to inventory, WIP, and cost of goods sold.
• Develop margin, variance, and profitability reporting by product, product line, customer, and project.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Sales to support cost estimating, quoting, pricing decisions, and cost improvement initiatives.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with project-based or engineer-to-order manufacturing preferred.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing variances.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Epicor, or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across finance, sales, engineering, operations, and supply chain teams.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a salaried, exempt position with starting pay range of $80,000 - $100,000 depending on experience.

Excellent benefits include medical (HSA and preferred plan options), dental, vision, 401(k) matching, Employee Assistance Program, and referral bonus. Paid time off includes 15 vacation, 7 sick days, and 10 paid holidays.

Application Instructions

Please tell us a little bit about yourself by submitting your resume and taking our two surveys by clicking the link (you will need to copy/paste to a web browser):

The first survey will take you 3-5 minutes. It is not a test. It is a survey. There are no right or wrong answers, just be easy about it and don't overthink. You'll get your results instantly. The second survey is sent to your email and is 12 minutes timed. No one completes it. Thank you for your interest in AeroGo

Background Check

All positions are required to successfully complete a background check.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Also required is the ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, to lift up to 50lbs, climb ladders and stairs, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool, as necessary. Must be able to walk extended distances over uneven ground while wearing proper PPE.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

AeroGo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, weight, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

Pay: $80, $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid sick time
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Tukwila, WA Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000