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Cost Accountant

Muon Space is an end-to-end space systems provider building and operating LEO satellite constellations. The Finance team seeks a Cost Accountant to manage and analyze production and operations costs, support inventory accounting, and provide detailed financial reporting that informs manufacturing and program decisions.

Skills

  • 3-5 years traditional accounting experience with cost accounting exposure
  • Minimum 1 year cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment (3+ years preferred)
  • Proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets for financial modeling and reporting
  • Experience with procurement principles and financial/ERP systems
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and clear communication abilities

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain cost accounting across financial and ERP systems
  • Review and analyze inventory, margin, and cost reports
  • Prepare and ensure accuracy of inventory and gross margin schedules for management
  • Perform standard costing and new product costings for bills of materials
  • Compare standard costs to actual production costs and report variances
  • Analyze cost impacts from design, materials, and manufacturing changes
  • Prepare account analyses and reconciliations for inventory and project costs
  • Support internal reporting needs including audit and tax schedules
  • Report on performance versus budget and operational efficiency metrics

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • Master’s degree or professional certification (CPA, CMA) preferred

Benefits

  • Equity compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
  • Three weeks paid vacation for new employees and 12 paid holidays
  • Unlimited sick time and paid parental leave
  • Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees
  • Diversity and equal employment opportunity commitments
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$125000K
$178000K

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DATE POSTED
August 22, 2025
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