Senior Cost Accountant

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Job Description As a Cost Accountant at Teledyne Microwave Solutions, you will handle month‑end closing processes, account reconciliations, and variance analyses. Key tasks include inventory costing within the ERP system, supporting audits, and managing fixed assets and capital expenses. You’ll ensure financial accuracy per GAAP, assist with SOX testing, and participate in special projects as needed. The position reports to the Operational Controller. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform the month‑end closing process and prepare journal entries for inventory, COGS, fixed assets, and general accounting. Perform account reconciliations in Inventory, Cost of Sales, and General Ledger. Perform variance analysis such as Purchase Price Variance and Work Order variances. Assist in inventory costing and related activities within the ERP system. Support activities between internal audit, external auditors, and management. Assist with Year‑end physical inventory and response to audit inquiries. Responsible for capital expense tracking, fixed assets accounting, prepaid expense amortization, business property tax return filings, and US Census Survey reporting. Ensure accuracy of financial information in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with internal accounting policies & procedures. Assist and prepare for SOX testing, annual external audits, and other financial audits. Assist with related special projects as required and other duties as assigned by the Controller. Qualifications and Experience 5 years of public or private industry experience in cost accounting. Medium to large company accounting experience. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Info XA ERP and BNA Fixed Assets experience a plus. Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized. Good verbal and written communication skills. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. U.S. Person status required for access to ITAR‑Controlled Technical Data. Salary Range $77,000.00 – $102,600.00 Pay Transparency The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position. Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions. Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr