Manager, Cost Accounting
Core
Manage and execute full stack cost accounting for a significant portion of Anduril's portfolio of defense products, ensuring accuracy, insight, and control across development, manufacturing, and production operations.
Role type
Manager, Cost Accounting
Builds
Defense technology systems powered by Lattice OS
Domain
Defense technology / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Standard costing, variance analysis, margin reporting, internal controls design, external audit support, inventory valuation, U.S. government contracting cost principles (FAR/CAS), ERP systems (Oracle/SAP), data analysis, team leadership, IPO readiness
Preferred skills
CPA or CMA certification, experience in privately held companies preparing for an IPO, experience in complex low-volume high-dollar manufacturing environments
Technologies
Oracle, SAP
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a regional team of cost accountants and analysts; oversee standard costing practices and variance analysis; manage cost accounting close process including cost roll-ups and inventory reconciliations; design and maintain internal controls; administer physical and cycle count programs; interface with external auditors; partner with Operations and Supply Chain to analyze manufacturing performance; support pricing and cost proposals for U.S. government contracts; contribute to IPO readiness initiatives.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership