Teledyne Defense Electronics
Cost Accountant
Teledyne Defense Electronics, Rancho Cordova, California, us, 95741
About us:Teledyne Defense Electronics has over 50 years of experience in the design, development, and manufacture of sophisticated microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for the most demanding challenges. Our products and capabilities are sought after by civilian and military organizations spanning numerous global markets, including Aviation, Communication, Electronic Warfare (EW/ECM/CIED), Industrial, Missile/UAV, Radar, Satcom, Space, and Test and Measurement. Teledyne Defense Electronics invests heavily in research and development to maintain the ability to offer the worlds most advanced MW/RF capabilities for current and emerging challenges.Job Summary:As a Cost Accountant at Teledyne Microwave Solutions, you will handle month-end closing processes, account reconciliations, and variance analyses. Key tasks include inventory costing within the ERP system, supporting audits, and managing fixed assets and capital expenses. You'll ensure financial accuracy per GAAP, assist with SOX testing and annual audits, and participate in special projects as needed. The position reports to the Operational Controller.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
include the following. (Other duties may be assigned):Perform the month-end closing process and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, fixed assets, and general accounting.Perform account reconciliations in Inventory, Cost of Sales, and General Ledger.Perform variance analysis such as Purchase Price Variance and Work Order variances.Assist in inventory costing and related activities within the ERP system.Support activities between internal audit, external auditors, and management.Assist with Year-end physical inventory and response to audit inquires.Responsible for Capital expense tracking, Fixed Assets accounting, Prepaid expense amortization, Business Property Tax return filings, and US Census Survey reporting.Ensure accuracy of financial information in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with internal accounting policies & procedures.Assist and prepares for SOX Testing, annual external audits, and other financial audits.Assists with related special projects as required and other duties as assigned by Controller.Qualifications and Experience:5 years of public or private industry experience in cost accounting.Medium to large company accounting experience.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Info XA ERP and BNA Fixed Assets experience a plus.Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized.Good verbal and written communication skills.Education and Experience:Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance RequiredU.S. Person status required for access to ITAR-Controlled Technical Data.
include the following. (Other duties may be assigned):Perform the month-end closing process and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, fixed assets, and general accounting.Perform account reconciliations in Inventory, Cost of Sales, and General Ledger.Perform variance analysis such as Purchase Price Variance and Work Order variances.Assist in inventory costing and related activities within the ERP system.Support activities between internal audit, external auditors, and management.Assist with Year-end physical inventory and response to audit inquires.Responsible for Capital expense tracking, Fixed Assets accounting, Prepaid expense amortization, Business Property Tax return filings, and US Census Survey reporting.Ensure accuracy of financial information in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with internal accounting policies & procedures.Assist and prepares for SOX Testing, annual external audits, and other financial audits.Assists with related special projects as required and other duties as assigned by Controller.Qualifications and Experience:5 years of public or private industry experience in cost accounting.Medium to large company accounting experience.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Info XA ERP and BNA Fixed Assets experience a plus.Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized.Good verbal and written communication skills.Education and Experience:Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance RequiredU.S. Person status required for access to ITAR-Controlled Technical Data.