Strategic Cost Accounting Manager - Flexible Schedule

All Aviation Jobs; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Job summary

Jet Propulsion Laboratory seeks a Cost Accounting Manager to lead the Cost Accounting Group within Enterprise Accounting Services in Pasadena, CA. You will oversee project, property, WIP and service center accounting while guiding staff to meet strategic goals and ensure compliance.

The role requires advanced accounting knowledge, strong leadership, and extensive experience with ERP systems and audits. Strong communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires accounting knowledge with project cost accounting and cost allocations.
• Experience leading work groups and teams.
• Experience with ERP systems and analytics.
• Ability to ensure compliance with contracts and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project, property, manufacturing WIP and service center accounting.
• Ensure performance and productivity of staff under supervision.
• Develop strategic goals for the group and drive process improvements.
• Support internal and external audits and maintain internal controls.

Skills

Accounting expertise

ERP systems

Leadership experience

Cost accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in related discipline

PhD in related discipline

MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Jet Propulsion Laboratory seeks a Cost Accounting Manager to lead the Cost Accounting Group within Enterprise Accounting Services in Pasadena, CA. You will oversee project, property, WIP and service center accounting while guiding staff to meet strategic goals and ensure compliance.

The role requires advanced accounting knowledge, strong leadership, and extensive experience with ERP systems and audits. Strong communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders are essential.