Senior Cost and Project Accountant I

Senior Cost and Project Accountant IBased at Rocket Lab's Solar Manufacturing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico the Senior Cost and Project Accountant will be responsible for contract revenue, cost of sales and inventory. This position requires the ability to maintain accurate revenue and cost of sales for significant Rocket Lab customer contracts.The Senior Cost & Project Accountant I will report to the Program Accounting Manager and work closely with the accounting team and partner with various team members throughout the organization.What You'll Get To Do:Responsible for project revenue & cost recognitionUpdate and reconcile customer contract backlog and customer contract asset & liabilityTrack and reconcile inventorySupport EAC cycle for project estimates and revenue recognitionReview and interpret new contracts using the 5 step 606 accounting revenue standardsSet up programs and charge codes in the accounting systemInitiate process improvement projectsInvestigate and provide feedback on accounting irregularitiesOther duties as assignedMonth End Activities:Book journal entries to recognize OT and PIT revenue and cost of salesBook journal entries and reconcile contract asset & liabilityBook journal entries to adjust and reconcile inventory as neededDocument revenue and cost of sales processes - SOX control requirementsPrepare monthly and quarterly reporting requests as neededDevelop project cost processes as requiredYou'll Bring These 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 environmentStrong ERP systems knowledge and experienceProven experience in providing financial decision supportThese Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to explain project cost information to othersAdvanced Excel and analytical skills desirableThis position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.