Cost Accountant

General Dynamics Corp
  • Groton, CT
    27 days ago

    Job Description

    Responsibilities for this Position

    Cost Accountant

    US-CT-Groton

    Job ID: 2026-20012

    Type: Full-Time

    # of Openings: 1

    Category: Accounting/Finance

    EB Groton Shipyard

    Overview

    We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented cost accountant to join our Accounting team. The individual will be responsible for understanding and performing detailed analysis of incurred costs, building reports, and working with individuals throughout the company to ensure proper cost accounting in accordance with our contracts, Federal Acquisition Regulations, and Cost Accounting Standards. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

    • Performing detailed analysis over incurred cost.
    • Identifying and implementing process changes.
    • Developing systematic reports over key areas of cost.
    • Supporting monthly close activities.
    • Working on special projects, as needed.
    • Routinely working with multiple departments and functions across the organization.

    Responsibilities

    • Detail-oriented.
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
    • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Solid understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial analysis techniques.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
    • Efficient time management and organizational skills.
    • Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    • Bachelors Degree in Accounting.
    • Advanced in Microsoft Excel and other data analytic tools.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Word.
    • Five or more years of relevant accounting experience.
    • Experience and detailed knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
    • Experience with and detailed knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

    Preferred:

    • Proficiency with Oracle EBS.
    • Proficiency with mainframe applications.
    • Certified Public Accountant certification.

    PI286599850

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGroton, CT

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Certificationsunmatched
    • Accounting Closeunmatched
    • Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cost Accountingunmatched
    • Cost Analysisunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)unmatched
    • Federal Contractsunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Analysisunmatched
    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Oracleunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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