Cost Accountant (ATSO)

General Summary: We are hiring a full-time Cost Accountant to join our finance team in Orlando FL. This role is suited for a CMA-certified accounting professional with at least three years of relevant experience. The position plays a central role in supporting inventory valuation support program budget variance analysis and reporting. You will work closely with operations program managers and the broader finance team to maintain cost integrity across all aspects of our business.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Cost Analysis and Management

• Review standard and actual costs for accuracy
• Analyze margins and cost drivers by product program and facility
• Identify cost variances and provide recommendations for improvement
• Support inventory budget development and rolling forecast efforts

Inventory and ERP Management

• Manage standard cost updates within Intuitive ERP (v9.0)
• Reconcile raw material WIP and finished goods balances
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and cycle count variances
• Validate cost of goods sold during month-end close

Financial Reporting

• Prepare internal cost reports and performance summaries
• Assist with monthly accruals and job profitability reporting
• Support financial statement accuracy for inventory-related accounts

Program Budgeting and EAC Support

• Partner with program managers to prepare and update program budgets
• Support Estimates at Completion (EACs) and budget-to-actual tracking
• Assist in reconciling direct costs tied to government programs

Job Specifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Basic Qualifications (must have):

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• Minimum 3 years of relevant accounting experience
• Working knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management
• U.S. Person status (citizen or lawful permanent resident)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Power BI or similar tools for cost reporting
• Background inmanufacturing

Education/Experience:

• Must have a bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
• Must have at least 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of certification.

Computer Skills:

• ERP system experience required (Intuitive ERP preferred).
• Power BI or similar reporting tools preferred.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the environment is quiet.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The vision requirements include close vision peripheral vision and depth perception.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Employment Eligibility Requirements:

An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check

Due to federal contract obligations must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Astronics Test Systems offers a competitive benefit package including:

• Stay Healthy - Health dental vision disability life insurance FSA HSA as well as voluntary life/AD&D voluntary critical illness accident prevention and hospital indemnity
• Save for the Future - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Find Balance - Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program
• Time for You - Generous Paid Time Off Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Growth - Tuition Reimbursement Program

Accommodation Request

Astronics Test Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please e-mail or call: 407.381.6062. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

EOE Statement - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.