Senior Cost Accountant

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 96,200 - 128,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and flexible work arrangements

Professional development and training opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

A leading technology firm based in California is looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to ensure financial accuracy and support critical operations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in cost accounting and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Responsibilities include month-end closing processes, reconciliations, and supporting audits. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in public or private industry.
• Experience in medium to large company accounting environments.
• Must be a U.S. Person.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end closing processes and prepare journal entries.
• Reconcile accounts for Inventory, Cost of Sales, and General Ledger.
• Analyze variances such as Purchase Price and Work Order variances.
• Assist with inventory costing and related ERP activities.
• Support internal and external audits including SOX testing.
• Track capital expenses, manage fixed assets, and handle prepaid expense amortization.
• Prepare business property tax filings.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (Info XA)

Fixed asset software

Job description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

Job Description

Cost Accountant – Ensure financial accuracy and support mission‑critical operations. Teledyne Microwave Solutions has over 50 years of experience delivering advanced microwave/RF components and integrated assemblies for aerospace, defense, and communications. Our technologies power aviation, radar, Satcom, space, and electronic warfare systems worldwide. If you’re detail‑oriented and passionate about cost accounting, this role is for you.

What you’ll do

• Perform month‑end closing processes and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, and fixed assets
• Reconcile accounts for Inventory, Cost of Sales, and General Ledger
• Analyze variances such as Purchase Price and Work Order variances
• Assist with inventory costing and related ERP activities
• Support internal and external audits, including SOX testing and annual reviews
• Track capital expenses, manage fixed assets, and handle prepaid expense amortization
• Prepare business property tax filings and U.S. Census survey reporting
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies

What you need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in public or private industry (required)
• Experience in medium to large company accounting environments (required)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (required)
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Info XA) and fixed asset software (advantage)
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills (required)
• Must be a U.S. Person (includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) (required)

What we offer

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
• A collaborative environment working on mission‑critical technology

Salary Range

$96,200.00–$128,300.00

Pay Transparency

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Software Development