Anduril Industries · 18 hours ago
Senior, Cost Accounting
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. The Senior Cost Accounting role involves executing full stack cost accounting, ensuring compliance with standard costing methodologies, and driving financial accuracy across product lines and production operations.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform and continuously improve standard costing practices to ensure accurate product costing, variance analysis, and margin reporting for designated product lines and production sites
Perform work order review, variance analysis, and closure for designated product lines and production sites
Responsible for a portion of the Company’s cost accounting close process, including cost roll-ups, variance analysis, absorption reporting, and reconciliations of inventory and work-in-process
Support the adherence to internal controls to strengthen financial accuracy and compliance; identify and remediate control deficiencies as needed
Administer physical and cycle count programs across designated sites, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper valuation of inventory
Interface directly with external auditors on cost accounting and inventory-related matters during the annual financial statement audit
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering to analyze manufacturing performance, cost drivers, and production efficiency opportunities
Support pricing, cost proposal, and audit requirements related to U.S. government contracts (FAR/CAS)
Contribute to IPO readiness initiatives, including audit preparation, systems scalability, and establishment of SOX-compliant financial controls
Support the Manager with preparing insightful cost analyses and recommendations to support strategic and operational decision-making
Support the Manager with a continuous improvement mindset, prioritizing automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in all financial processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
5-7 years of progressive cost accounting experience in manufacturing
Proven experience with standard costing in complex, low-volume, high-dollar manufacturing environments, with ability to grow into a high-volume environment
Strong knowledge of U.S. government contracting cost principles (FAR/CAS)
Demonstrated experience with maintaining effective internal controls and supporting external audits
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar) and data analysis tools
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across functions and influence senior leadership
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and leadership skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
Preferred
CPA or CMA preferred
Experience in a privately held company preparing for an IPO is highly desirable
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.
Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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