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Cost Accountant Staff

You will be responsible for maintaining accurate standard costs in the ERP system and for the processes necessary to accurately account for the cost of goods sold and the appropriate valuation of inventory. You will be supporting marketing and management in the estimation of proposed project costs so we can price the jobs appropriately and support potential audits by the DCAA of the cost proposals. You will be managing Internal Controls Campaign (i.e., validating, testing and writing); direct point of contact for Internal Controls. You will be developing, implementing, and maintaining costing systems to track company's expenses and revenue.

**Location:** Aston, PA

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off **I** 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing **I** Health and Wellness Benefits **I** Learning and Development Opportunities **I** Referral Program **I** Competitive Pay **I** Recognition **I** Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx) **I** Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

Your Challenge

+ Manage accounting for cost of sales and inventories

+ Monitor programs and perform detailed cost analysis of all projects and budgets within the Company and compare with targets

+ Generate various performance reports including cost at completion information for designated projects

+ Maintain standard costs and ensure accuracy of rolled up cost in the ERP system to include appropriate unit of measures, links to correct purchasing data, and other details in the system

+ Analyze and investigate all variances and communicate cause and help implement processes to reduce them

+ Support job proposals by maintaining the cost element of the Price Book or prepare auditable estimates of systems and spare parts requirements utilizing computer generated data and supplier contracts to obtain latest material costs

+ Interface with operations department to estimate direct labor content of component parts, finishes and assemblies

+ Monitor programs and perform detailed cost analysis of all projects and budgets within the Company and compare with targets

+ Generate various performance reports including cost at completion information for designated projects

+ Preparing and completing internal/external cost audits

+ Design, develop and implement improvements to the Company cost information and control system and procedures as required

+ Research and compile information for inquiries from other departments regarding Company cost data on projects or budgets like R&D or Quality

+ Inventory management-perform cycle counts audit during the year to provide an ongoing measure of inventory accuracy and procedure execution

+ Work with materials department to correct errors and identify root causes and enforce internal controls

+ Perform other miscellaneous duties as required by the Controller including participating in month-end closings and various inventory analyses (as required.)

What You Bring

+ BS in Business Administration or Accounting with good analytical ability and knowledge of standard cost methods and procedures. Knowledge of plant operations and financial reporting

+ Minimum of 3 to 7 years’ experience in cost accounting at a manufacturing company and familiar with job order costing

+ Must have experience with Excel and typical ERP systems (SyteLine knowledge is desirable) and database reporting tools

+ DOD cost accounting experience is strongly preferred

+ Good judgment, planning and initiative required for analytical ability plus the exercise of discretion to effectively communicate conclusions. Creativity required in the design and improvement of manufacturing cost control and information systems to ensure meaningful results

+ Responsible for clerical inaccuracies and inappropriate presentations. There is some review of work; however, inaccuracies can affect Company’s profits and balance sheet representation as inventories are typically the second largest asset

+ Frequent contact with all levels of employees within the Company are required to obtain accurate information and present effective recommendations. Must work effectively with outside auditors from both the government and corporate side

+ Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing is beneficial

Who We Are

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright Arresting Systems / ESCO, a business unit of Curtiss-Wright's EMS Division, is a world leader in emergency arresting systems for military aircraft. With two facilities, located in Aston, PA (USA), and Gente, France, Curtiss-Wright Arresting Gear / ESCO specializes in land-based arresting systems.

For more information, please visit us at Curtiss-Wright EMS - Arresting Systems / ESCO (cw-ems.com) (https://www.cw-ems.com/arresting-systems/default.aspx)

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([email protected])

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([email protected]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

**Opportunity:** As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

**Challenging Work:** The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

**Collaborative Environment:** The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.