Cost Accountant

Xcimer; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcimer is seeking a skilled Cost Accountant to manage all accounting operations including general ledger and compliance. The successful candidate will ensure financial accuracy in accordance with US GAAP, spearhead cost accounting initiatives, and lead the financial close processes.

This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment, supporting team initiatives and improving financial controls. Applicants should be U.S. citizens or holders of a Green Card, with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, especially in manufacturing or project-based environments.
• Experience managing financial audits and compliance functions.
• Familiarity with government contracting and cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting operations including general ledger and compliance functions.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Lead cost accounting initiatives in a capital-intensive manufacturing environment.

Skills

Knowledge of US GAAP

Project and cost accounting

Internal controls

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Experience in ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA (Desirable)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing or project-based environments
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, project and cost accounting, and internal controls
• Experience in implementing an integrated systems
• Hands‑on experience with inventory, WIP, fixed assets, and capital‑intensive operations
• Excellent communicator; can articulate complex concepts to a varied audience
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to evaluate the need for change and the impact to the business; a builder
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
• (Desirable) CPA
• (Desirable) Experience in government contracting/government cost accounting environment with strong understanding of FAR and CAS
• (Desirable) Experience in managing regulatory, commercial, and government audits
• (Desirable) Ability to effectively manage multiple, large scale projects and dynamically shift focus and reprioritize when needed
• (Desirable) Aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing industry experience
• (Desirable) Experience with ERP systems
• (Desirable) Experience supporting high‑growth or pre‑IPO companies

What the job involves

• As a Cost Accountant, you will apply your skills to oversee all aspects of accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, audit, and compliance functions while establishing robust financial controls, policies, and reporting systems that protect company assets and ensure regulatory compliance
• The role demands excellence in supporting team members, developing cost accounting, and supporting a move in accounting infrastructure to new enterprise systems including ERP and government compliance tools
• We are looking for an experienced accountant to apply their expertise, problem solving skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact the future of energy!
• Financial Accounting & Close
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Tax Credits and Incentives
• Support team in exploring incentives available for tax credits by identifying programs that would fit our anticipated project spend
• Complying with and documentation requirements for obtaining these tax credits and incentives
• Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance
• Lead cost accounting for a capital‑intensive manufacturing environment, including inventory, WIP, overhead allocation, and standard costing
• Monitor capital expenditures, fixed assets, depreciation, and capitalization of equipment and tooling
• R&D Accounting
• Oversee accounting treatment for R&D activities, including capitalization vs. expense considerations
• Track and report R&D costs by program, contract, or grant as required
• Support R&D tax credit documentation and coordination with external advisors