Cost Accountant
Core
Execute end-to-end cost accounting processes, including standard costing, cost roll-ups, inventory valuation, and manufacturing variance analysis for a defense manufacturing portfolio.
Role type
Mid-level Cost Accountant (Manufacturing)
Builds
Accurate manufacturing cost data and inventory valuations for Anduril's defense product portfolio.
Domain
Defense Manufacturing / Aerospace
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Standard costing methodologies, cost roll-ups, Bill of Materials (BOM) review, inventory valuation, month-end close, manufacturing variance analysis, physical/cycle counts, cost backflushing, AASB 102 / IAS 2 knowledge, internal control environments, Microsoft Excel, tier-1 ERP exposure
Preferred skills
Defense/Aerospace/Advanced tech manufacturing audit experience, scale-up/IPO preparation experience, Australian or U.S. government contracting cost principles (ASDEFCON, AIC, FAR, DFARS)
Responsibilities
Execute routine standard costing updates and cost roll-ups; Track end-to-end manufacturing lifecycle accounting flows; Manage month-end close for work orders and resolve transaction exceptions; Analyze manufacturing variance data to investigate deviations; Coordinate physical and cycle counts for inventory accuracy; Support global supply chain flows and cost backflushing
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
