Electra
Manufacturing
SeniorCostAccountant
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“Senior Cost Accountant at Electra. Skills: Cost accounting, Inventory valuation, Manufacturing accounting. Take ownership of critical cost accounting and fixed. Manage inventory valuation”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Root cause identification; Analytical skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, 8+ years of progressive experience, Direct ownership of inventory valuation, reconciliations, and reporting process, Advanced knowledge of inventory costing and valuation methodologies, Demonstrated ability to apply advanced professional accounting knowledge, Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, Hands-on experience with ERP systems, Ability to analyze complex situations, Demonstrated ability to work independently, Manage multiple priorities, Operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, High attention to detail, Organizational skills, Commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement
Nice to Have
Active CPA license, 5+ years of experience, Previous experience in a fast-paced startup or high-growth manufacturing company
What You'll Do.
Take ownership of critical cost accounting and fixed
Manage inventory valuation
Manage construction-in-progress (CIP)
Manage manufacturing cost analytics
and reporting infrastructure
Partner closely with Operations
Support audit requests
Resolve audit findings
Ensure compliance with GAAP
Ensure compliance with company inventory accounting policies
and maintain inventory accounting policies and
Assist with monitoring the cycle count program
Execute the year-end physical inventory
Report inventory results
Reconcile raw material inventories
Reconcile finished goods inventories
Assist in ERP/software implementation or optimization
Ensure accurate costing data
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Operations; Partner with Engineering; Partner with Supply Chain; Partner with FP; Communicate financial information
Communication Scope
Communicate complex financial information
Full Job Description
Who we are: We're transforming one of the world’s oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly, and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that's redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you. What you will do: The Senior Cost Accountant is a highly visible, high-impact role within Electra’s growing accounting team—offering a unique opportunity to help build and scale world-class manufacturing accounting processes from the ground up. This role sits at the center of Electra’s transition from development to demonstration plant operations and ultimately to full-scale manufacturing. You will take ownership of critical cost accounting and fixed asset processes, including inventory valuation, construction-in-progress (CIP), and manufacturing cost analytics, while playing a pivotal role in shaping the systems, controls, and reporting infrastructure that will support Electra’s next phase of growth. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited to drive both operational insight and process transformation. The Senior Cost Accountant will partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and FP support audit requests and resolution of findings Ensure compliance with GAAP and company inventory accounting policies Develop, document, and maintain inventory accounting policies and procedures Assist with monitoring the cycle count program, execute the year-end physical inventory, and report results. You will be responsible for reconciling raw material and finished goods inventories System Implementation: Assist in ERP/software implementation or optimization to ensure accurate c
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