Senior Cost Accountant

PTI Technologies; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Vacation

Snack/Drink Room

Employee Discounts

Employee Profit Share Program

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

A leading aerospace solutions provider in Oxnard, CA is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to oversee and enhance their cost accounting system while mentoring a small team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 7-10 years of relevant experience, particularly in manufacturing or aerospace. Proficiency in Oracle ERP and advanced Excel skills are essential. The position offers a dynamic work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a profit-sharing program.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of progressive cost accounting experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Understanding of CAS requirements.
• Strong communication skills for financial information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance cost accounting system.
• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Supervise and mentor a team of 2–3 Cost Accountants.
• Conduct inventory audits and variance analysis.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial analysis

ERP systems (Oracle)

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Cost accounting

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join PTI Technologies as a Senior Cost Accountant and engage in an exciting opportunity at the forefront of the Aerospace industry. Located onsite in Oxnard, CA, you will be part of a high-performance team dedicated to excellence and integrity. This role allows you to directly influence financial strategies that impact innovative aerospace projects.

You will collaborate with a diverse group of professionals who share a commitment to safety and operational efficiency. As you navigate complex financial landscapes, your analytical skills will drive significant contributions to our mission. You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Snack/Drink Room, Employee Discounts, Employee Profit Share Program, 401(k), and Employee Stock Purchase Program. If you are ready to elevate your career in a traditional yet dynamic environment, this position could be your perfect fit.

PTI Technologies: Who We Are

PTI Technologies Inc. is a world leader in highly-reliable filtration and fluid control equipment and subsystems and miniature CAD/PAD devices, providing innovative, value-added solutions for a full range of mission, flight and life‑critical operations across the Aerospace and Defense markets.

Your day to day as a Senior Cost Accountant

As a Senior Cost Accountant at PTI Technologies, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our cost accounting system while ensuring compliance with CAS, ASC 606, GAAP, and company policies. Working with minimal supervision, you will oversee the month‑end and quarter‑end close processes related to inventory, cost of sales, and revenue recognition, including the preparation of journal entries and reconciliations. This position offers the opportunity to supervise and mentor a team of 2–3 Cost Accountants and Cost Estimators, fostering their skills in government cost accounting. You will lead the preparation and analysis of gross margin reports, conduct inventory audits, and engage in variance analysis to improve financial accuracy. Additionally, your expertise will contribute to compliance with SOX requirements and support internal and external audits.

This role promises to be dynamic, with opportunities to recommend process improvements and enhance operational efficiency within a high-performance organization.

What you need to be successful

To excel as a Senior Cost Accountant at PTI Technologies, candidates must possess a strong foundation in accounting principles, with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 7 to 10 years of progressive cost accounting experience, particularly in a manufacturing environment. A minimum of five years in aerospace or government contracting roles is preferred, along with a solid understanding of CAS requirements. Essential skills include the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders, strong quantitative aptitude for detailed financial calculations, and experience leading month‑end close processes. Proficiency in ERP systems, specifically Oracle, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are critical.

Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a process‑improvement mindset. Additionally, a solid grasp of internal controls and SOX compliance is necessary to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency, while being adaptable to a dynamic work environment that includes both office and manufacturing settings.

Ready to join our team?

If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now!