Senior Cost & Project Accountant - Space Manufacturing

Rocket Lab Corporation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Cost and Project Accountant based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role involves managing project revenue and cost recognition, updating customer contract backlogs, and supporting financial operations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in cost accounting within a complex manufacturing context, along with ERP systems knowledge. The position is essential for maintaining financial integrity at Rocket Lab, known for its innovative space solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience and a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent years of work experience (HS Diploma and 9+ years of work experience).
• Strong cost accounting experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong ERP systems knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project revenue & cost recognition.
• Update and reconcile customer contract backlog.
• Track and reconcile inventory.
• Support EAC cycle for project estimates and revenue recognition.
• Review and interpret new contracts using the 5 step 606 accounting revenue standards.
• Initiate process improvement projects.

Skills

Cost accounting experience

ERP systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Cost and Project Accountant based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role involves managing project revenue and cost recognition, updating customer contract backlogs, and supporting financial operations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in cost accounting within a complex manufacturing context, along with ERP systems knowledge. The position is essential for maintaining financial integrity at Rocket Lab, known for its innovative space solutions.