Sr. Cost Accountant

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Cost Accountant at our Auburn, CA / Vian Enterprises location.

About Crane :

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments : from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Founded in 1968, Crane Aerospace & Electronics' Auburn, Calif., facility, owns a rich history of excellence in the design and manufacturing of multi-stage lubrication and gerotor pumps for aerospace and defense applications. Throughout the years, our Auburn team has developed a reputation for providing industry-leading complex, highly engineered flow control products for mission-critical engine / APU systems. Located in the Northern California foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range at a new, state-of-the-art 65,000 sq. ft. facility, start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary :

The Sr. Cost Accountant directs the preparation, updating and cost performance analysis of Manufacturing overhead budgets and financial reporting, in addition to providing detailed estimates and analysis of labor and material costs in support of proposal pricing, customer audits and work-in-process fiscal control. The Cost Accountant also manages the standard cost accounting system including identifying problems and initiating system improvements.

Essential Functions :

Perform planning and budgeting support activities; prepare and summarize detail department work papers and supporting documentation for planning, reporting and budgeting

Analyze general and administrative, overhead, direct labor and direct material cost performance

Review and correct cost performance and accounting record variances

Provide estimates of costs to complete current programs

Analyze month-end variances, production work-in-progress and shipments

Provide appropriate data in response to customer audits or inquiries

Prepare justification and performance review of manufacturing overhead budgets

Prepare, analyze and update bills of material

Analyze labor history trends and adjust to proposal requirements using learning curve factors, judgment, etc.

Respond to special requests from manufacturing management for other fiscal reports or information

Conduct operations audits

Assist in year-end physicals and / or cycle count inventory issues; Prepare and reconcile reports, as needed

Participate in Month-End closing activities

Complete journal entries

Determine classification and validity of variances and overall inventory valuation

Participate in data collection and research to reduce inventory levels on a monthly basis; communicate possible inventory improvements with Operations

Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions :

• May assist other accounting team members as needed

Minimum Qualifications :

Experience : 5+ years of applicable experience in cost accounting or related area

Knowledge : Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley; Knowledge of financial systems and budget process; Knowledge of manufacturing methods and processes utilized in a high technology manufacturing operation;

Skills / Abilities : Ability to organize and present financial data in a clear and concise manner; Ability to effectively express self orally and in writing to prepare comprehensive analyses, recommendations and reports; Understanding of the interrelationships among Division and Corporate information systems; Ability to spot and correct information systems problems; Excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Office; Ability to analyze data and interpret financial implication to the organization; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal staff and outside professionals

Education / Certification : BA or BS degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related degree

Eligibility Requirement : This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications :

MBA

CMA or CPA preferred

Experience in an environment with emphasis in government & military pricing preferred (EAC Accounting)

Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) & Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Experience

Background in cost accounting, including design of cost collection and control systems

Top Benefits :

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy :

Benefits : Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

Time Off : 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

401k Retirement Plan : 401k plan with company match

Education Reimbursement : eligible after 90 days of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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Salary range : $100,900.00 to 123,600.00. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.

The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate's base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement - as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.