Accountant

Ametrine Inc.; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ametrine Inc. in Round Rock, TX seeks a Financial Planning & Analysis professional to support manufacturing programs. You will prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and financial models, driving cost insights and profitability while ensuring GAAP and government contract compliance.

Responsibilities include pricing support, month-end close, EAC analysis, indirect rate calculations, and management reporting. Collaboration with program managers and audits readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• 4+ years in accounting, FP&A or related finance role.
• Experience in manufacturing/aerospace/government contracting preferred.
• Must be US Person per government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze budgets, forecasts, and variance reports for manufacturing programs and cost centers.
• Support program managers with cost tracking, EAC analysis, and program profitability reviews.
• Assist in preparation of indirect rate calculations, overhead pools, and cost allocations in compliance with government contracting requirements (FAR, DFARS, CAS).
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations related to program financials.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support pricing proposals, bids, and contract negotiations.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor hours, and material spend to identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare management reporting packages and presentations for leadership review.
• Support internal and external audits, including DCAA audits, as needed.
• Assist with annual budgeting and long-range financial planning processes.
• Monitor contract funding, backlog, and revenue recognition in accordance with company policy and applicable accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable government cost accounting regulations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Job Summary

This role is responsible for supporting the financial planning and analysis of manufacturing programs by preparing budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and financial models while tracking program costs and profitability. The position partners with program managers to monitor manufacturing costs, labor, material spending, contract funding, and revenue recognition, providing insights that support informed business decisions. It also ensures compliance with GAAP and government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, CAS, and DCAA requirements, while supporting audits and month-end close activities. Additionally, the role drives continuous improvement by enhancing financial reporting processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets, forecasts, and variance reports for manufacturing programs and cost centers
• Support program managers with cost tracking, EAC (Estimate at Completion) analysis, and program profitability reviews
• Assist in preparation of indirect rate calculations, overhead pools, and cost allocations in compliance with government contracting requirements (FAR, DFARS, CAS)
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations related to program financials
• Develop and maintain financial models to support pricing proposals, bids, and contract negotiations
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor hours, and material spend to identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities
• Prepare management reporting packages and presentations for leadership review
• Support internal and external audits, including DCAA audits, as needed
• Assist with annual budgeting and long-range financial planning processes
• Monitor contract funding, backlog, and revenue recognition in accordance with company policy and applicable accounting standards
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable government cost accounting regulations
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting

Required Skills/Abilities

• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace/defense, or government contracting environment strongly preferred
• Familiarity with government contract types (FFP, cost-plus, T&M) and cost accounting standards (CAS) a plus
• Proficiency in Excel (financial modeling, pivot tables, advanced formulas) required
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and translate financial data into actionable insights
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)
• 4+ years of experience in accounting, financial planning & analysis, or a related finance role

Other Requirements

• Must be US Person, per US government contracts
• General work hours 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday; flexibility to work evening hours when required.

Physical Requirements

Primarily an office-based role requiring extended periods of sitting and computer use. Occasional exposure to manufacturing noise and equipment.