<h2>About Epirus</h2>Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.   Job Summary: We’re seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to join our dynamic, fast-growing defense technology company. As we scale manufacturing operations and transition to Oracle Fusion ERP, this role will be instrumental in building the foundation of our cost accounting function.You will lead the development and implementation of standardized cost processes, ensure accurate product costing, and support government contract compliance (FAR, DFARS, CAS). This is a high-impact role ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment, embraces complexity, and takes ownership of building scalable systems from the ground up. <h2>Responsibilities: </h2>•    Develop and maintain standardized cost accounting processes across manufacturing and supply chain. •    Calculate and maintain accurate standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.  •    Prepare cost reports and variance analyses to support operational and financial decision making. •    Support the reconciliation and valuation of inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP. •    Collaborate with operations, engineering and supply chain to resolve inventory discrepancies and strengthen internal controls. •    Assist in preparing cost data for pricing, bids, and proposals, including government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and CAS as applicable. •    Support monthly and quarterly close by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to inventory and cost accounting. •    Help document and improve cost accounting processes as the company implements Oracle Fusion ERP. •    Assist with external audits, DCAA audits and Incurred Cost Submissions (ICE), as needed. •    Deliver ad hoc cost and margin analysis as needed by leadership.<h2> </h2><h2>Basic Qualifications:</h2>•    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field  •    8+ years of experience of cost accounting within a manufacturing environment •    Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis. •    Experience with Oracle Fusion or similar ERPs. •    Proficiency in Excel and experience with large datasets. •    Self-starter with strong analytical and problem solving skills. •    U.S. citizenship required (due to the nature of defense contracting requirements) <h2>Preferred Skills and Experience:</h2>•    Experience in a public company environment •    Familiarity with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS, DCAA, CAS) •    Exposure to DCAA audit process and ICE submissions   <h2>Physical Requirements:</h2>•    In office 4x per week   ITAR REQUIREMENTS: <ul><li>To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR <a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/ddtc_public/ddtc_public?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&amp;sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987">here</a>.  </li></ul>At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. <a href="https://www.epirusinc.com/open-roles">Join us and rewrite the rules.</a>  <div><div><div>As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. </div><div>For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: </div><div>$114,000—$147,000 USD</div></div></div>

Epirus is a high-growth technology company developing solid-state, software-defined directed energy systems that enable unprecedented counter-electronics effects and power management solutions to optimize power efficiency in defense and commercial applications. With a constant emphasis on innovation, we are redefining the future of power to bring tomorrow&rsquo;s capabilities to life, today. And that&rsquo;s just the beginning. Visit our website to learn more about our innovative approach, cutting-edge product lines and career opportunities.&nbsp;

Cost Accounting Manager 

<h2>About Epirus</h2>Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Job Summary: We’re seeking a Cost Accounting Manager to join our dynamic, fast-growing defense technology company. As we scale manufacturing operations and transition to Oracle Fusion ERP, this role will be instrumental in building the foundation of our cost accounting function.You will lead the development and implementation of standardized cost processes, ensure accurate product costing, and support government contract compliance (FAR, DFARS, CAS). This is a high-impact role ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment, embraces complexity, and takes ownership of building scalable systems from the ground up.&nbsp;<h2>Responsibilities:&nbsp;</h2>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Develop and maintain standardized cost accounting processes across manufacturing and supply chain. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Calculate and maintain accurate standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Prepare cost reports and variance analyses to support operational and financial decision making. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Support the reconciliation and valuation of inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Collaborate with operations, engineering and supply chain to resolve inventory discrepancies and strengthen internal controls. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Assist in preparing cost data for pricing, bids, and proposals, including government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and CAS as applicable. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Support monthly and quarterly close by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to inventory and cost accounting. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Help document and improve cost accounting processes as the company implements Oracle Fusion ERP. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Assist with external audits, DCAA audits and Incurred Cost Submissions (ICE), as needed. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Deliver ad hoc cost and margin analysis as needed by leadership.<h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2>Basic Qualifications:</h2>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field&nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;8+ years of experience of cost accounting within a manufacturing environment • &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience with Oracle Fusion or similar ERPs. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proficiency in Excel and experience with large datasets. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Self-starter with strong analytical and problem solving skills. • &nbsp; &nbsp;U.S. citizenship required (due to the nature of defense contracting requirements)&nbsp;<h2>Preferred Skills and Experience:</h2>• &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience in a public company environment • &nbsp; &nbsp;Familiarity with government contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS, DCAA, CAS) • &nbsp; &nbsp;Exposure to DCAA audit process and ICE submissions &nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Physical Requirements:</h2>•&nbsp; &nbsp; In office 4x per week &nbsp;&nbsp;ITAR REQUIREMENTS:&nbsp;<ul><li>To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the&nbsp;ITAR&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/ddtc_public/ddtc_public?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&amp;sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987">here</a>.  </li></ul>At Epirus, you’ll work with technical peers and great people—and get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, “impossible” is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. <a href="https://www.epirusinc.com/open-roles">Join us and rewrite the rules.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><div><div>As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location.&nbsp;</div><div>For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: </div><div>$114,000—$147,000 USD</div></div></div>

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