Cost Accountant - CFR/CAS Analysis & Cross-Dept Impact

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to join our Accounting team. You will analyze incurred costs, build reports, and ensure cost accounting compliance with contracts, FAR, and CAS across programs.

Responsibilities include detailed cost analysis, process improvements, monthly close support, and collaboration with multiple departments to maintain accurate financial records and robust internal controls in a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Advanced in Microsoft Excel and other data analytic tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word.
• Five or more years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with Cost Accounting Standards and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Experience with US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analysis over incurred cost.
• Identify and implement process changes.
• Develop systematic reports over key areas of cost.
• Support monthly close activities.
• Work on special projects as needed.
• Collaborate with multiple departments across the organization.

Skills

Excel advanced

Microsoft Word

Cost accounting

FAR/CAS knowledge

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle EBS

Mainframe applications

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to join our Accounting team. You will analyze incurred costs, build reports, and ensure cost accounting compliance with contracts, FAR, and CAS across programs.

Responsibilities include detailed cost analysis, process improvements, monthly close support, and collaboration with multiple departments to maintain accurate financial records and robust internal controls in a fast-paced defense environment.