Cost Accountant
Crane Co., Lynnwood, WA, United States
Cost Accountant
Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Cost Accountant at our Lynnwood, WA location. Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. You'll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Job Summary
Provides detailed analyses and estimates of labor and material costs in support of proposal pricing, work-in-process fiscal control and customer audits.
Essential Functions
Support planning and budgeting activities, including preparing and summarizing departmental work papers and supporting documentation.
Analyze cost performance for general and administrative expenses, overhead, direct labor, and direct materials.
Review and resolve cost performance and accounting record variances.
Provide cost-to-complete estimates for current programs.
Analyze month-end variances, production work-in-progress, and shipments.
Respond to customer audits or inquiries with accurate data.
Prepare and review manufacturing overhead budgets and performance justifications.
Update and analyze bills of material.
Evaluate labor history trends and adjust proposals using learning curve factors and judgment.
Respond to special fiscal report requests from manufacturing management.
Conduct operational audits.
Assist with year-end and quarterly inventory processes.
Prepare and reconcile reports as required.
Participate in month-end closing activities, including completing journal entries.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or management.
Non-Essential Functions
Back up Cost Manager, as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 2-4 years of experience in cost accounting or related area.
Knowledge: Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley; Knowledge of financial systems and budget process; Knowledge of manufacturing methods and processes utilized in a high technology electronics design and manufacturing operation
Skills/Abilities: Ability to organize and present financial data in a clear and concise manner; Ability to effectively express self orally and in writing to prepare comprehensive analyses, recommendations and reports; Excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Office; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and outside professionals
Education/Certification: BA or BS degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related degree
Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications
Background in cost accounting, including design of cost collection and control systems
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Standing: 5% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 95% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets
Workspace: cubicle/desk
Top Benefits
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:
Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Cost Accountant at our Lynnwood, WA location. Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power, sensing and fluid solutions. You'll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
Job Summary
Provides detailed analyses and estimates of labor and material costs in support of proposal pricing, work-in-process fiscal control and customer audits.
Essential Functions
Support planning and budgeting activities, including preparing and summarizing departmental work papers and supporting documentation.
Analyze cost performance for general and administrative expenses, overhead, direct labor, and direct materials.
Review and resolve cost performance and accounting record variances.
Provide cost-to-complete estimates for current programs.
Analyze month-end variances, production work-in-progress, and shipments.
Respond to customer audits or inquiries with accurate data.
Prepare and review manufacturing overhead budgets and performance justifications.
Update and analyze bills of material.
Evaluate labor history trends and adjust proposals using learning curve factors and judgment.
Respond to special fiscal report requests from manufacturing management.
Conduct operational audits.
Assist with year-end and quarterly inventory processes.
Prepare and reconcile reports as required.
Participate in month-end closing activities, including completing journal entries.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or management.
Non-Essential Functions
Back up Cost Manager, as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: 2-4 years of experience in cost accounting or related area.
Knowledge: Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley; Knowledge of financial systems and budget process; Knowledge of manufacturing methods and processes utilized in a high technology electronics design and manufacturing operation
Skills/Abilities: Ability to organize and present financial data in a clear and concise manner; Ability to effectively express self orally and in writing to prepare comprehensive analyses, recommendations and reports; Excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Office; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and outside professionals
Education/Certification: BA or BS degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related degree
Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications
Background in cost accounting, including design of cost collection and control systems
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
Work requires substantial visual concentration on detail
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
Standing: 5% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Sitting: 95% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets
Workspace: cubicle/desk
Top Benefits
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:
Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.