Aerospace Cost Accountant & EVMS Specialist

Intuitive Machines; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Lanteris Space Systems is seeking a seasoned Cost Account Manager to oversee cost accounts under Cost Plus programs, ensuring accurate tracking of labor, materials, subcontracts, and other direct costs. The role requires strong financial acumen and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, procurement, scheduling, and program management teams.

The successful candidate will monitor variances, develop EACs/ETCs, support monthly closes, and provide cost insights for management reviews.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen required for this role.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 8 years of cost account management experience, preferably in aerospace/defense.
• Experience with Cost-Plus government contracts (CPFF, CPAF, CPIF) with responsibility for technical, financial, and contractual performance.
• Experience forecasting, funding management, Estimates at Completion (EACs), staffing, and resource planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned cost accounts within the Cost Plus program, ensuring accurate tracking of labor, materials, subcontracts, and other direct costs.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide timely analysis of cost performance.
• Develop and maintain Estimates at Completion (EAC) and Estimates to Complete (ETC).
• Support monthly financial close processes and reconciliation activities.
• Identify cost trends, risks, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Prepare variance analysis reports and explanations for management review.
• Support Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) and other program reviews.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS regulations and contract requirements for Cost Plus programs.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support government audits (DCAA/DCMA) by providing documentation and cost justification.
• Maintain proper cost segregation between contract line items and ensure allowability of costs.
• Partner with project leads, engineers, and program managers to forecast resource needs.
• Collaborate with procurement on subcontract cost management.
• Work with accounting to ensure proper cost allocation and recording.
• Participate in program meetings to provide financial insights and recommendations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Lanteris Space Systems is seeking a seasoned Cost Account Manager to oversee cost accounts under Cost Plus programs, ensuring accurate tracking of labor, materials, subcontracts, and other direct costs. The role requires strong financial acumen and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, procurement, scheduling, and program management teams.

The successful candidate will monitor variances, develop EACs/ETCs, support monthly closes, and provide cost insights for management reviews.