Cost Accounting Manager

Saildrone

Alameda, California, United States
Base: $148,000 - $175,000 usd; bonus/equity: equit...
On-site
Standard costing development and maintenance
Inventory accounting across raw materials wip
Variance analysis for materials labor overhead
Saildrone is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to oversee cost accounting operations and inventory valuation in a fast-paced maritime defense environment. This role requires strong expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, compliance with government contracts, and hands-on leadership to support the scaling of operations

Job Summary

  • Saildrone is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to own cost accounting operations and ensure accurate inventory valuation for its global manufacturing and fleet operations.
  • The role involves leading the transition from average costing to standard costing while strengthening inventory controls to support audit readiness and DoD compliance.
  • Candidates will benefit from equity grants, comprehensive health coverage, and professional development reimbursement as part of a mission-driven team supporting national security.

Matching Summary

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Saildrone is seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to oversee cost accounting operations and inventory valuation in a fast-paced maritime defense environment. This role requires strong expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, compliance with government contracts, and hands-on leadership to support the scaling of operations.

Salary

Base: $148,000 - $175,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity grants included; Benefits: Comprehensive health, PTO, 401(k), relocation support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Standard costing development and maintenance
  • Inventory accounting across raw materials WIP
  • Variance analysis for materials labor overhead
  • NetSuite ERP experience required
  • Month-end close support for COGS BOMS

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with government contracts or defense customers
  • CPA certification with public accounting background
  • Ability to build structure in ambiguous environments
  • Hands-on leadership in hardware-enabled tech
  • Partnership with engineering and supply chain teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 8-12+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong cost accounting experience in manufacturing environment
  • Hands-on NetSuite ERP experience
  • Experience with inventory accounting and variance analysis

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