Manufacturing Company Estimator

Helix Linear Technologies is looking for a hands‑on, curious, and collaborative Cost Accountant to support job costing, margin analysis, and accounts payable in a growing, fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for someone with experience in accounting who enjoys data analysis, financial modeling, and working across departments — from finance to production. you’ll be moving around the shop floor, asking questions, understanding the “why” behind the numbers, and helping the business make smarter decisions.

You’ll report directly to the Controller and work closely with our CFO, Accounting Manager, and cross‑functional teams to make sure jobs are costed correctly, margins are understood, and we’re catching potential issues early. Department: Finance

Cost Accounting & Inventory Analysis (60%)

Partner with Sales, Production, Engineering, and Purchasing to investigate cost issues and recommend process improvements.

Complete monthly gross margin analysis by customer, part, and product group.

Provide cost visibility to sales and leadership to help improve pricing and quoting decisions.

Help identify trends, cost drivers, and opportunities to improve margins.

General Accounting & Team Support (15%)

Collaborate across departments as part of a small, nimble finance team and step in where needed.

Assist with accounts payable, entering invoices, performing 3‑way match, and resolving discrepancies with Purchasing and Receiving.

Contribute to month‑end close activities and special projects.

Comfortable on the shop floor. You like being up from your desk, asking questions, and working with people across the company, from production and sales to the CFO.

You’re eager to take on new challenges, roll up your sleeves, and support both routine work and strategic projects.

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field.

2–5 years of hands‑on accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or product‑based company.

Proficient in core accounting processes: preparing and posting journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month‑end close.

Experience preparing or interpreting trial balances and financial statements.

Strong Excel skills; You’re analytical, detail‑oriented, and excited to apply your accounting skills in a hands‑on, collaborative manufacturing environment.

Helix Linear Technologies designs and manufactures high‑precision motion control systems for industries where performance matters most, like aerospace, medical devices, and advanced automation. We’re on an ambitious growth trajectory, expanding into new markets and investing heavily in R&D, advanced equipment, and next‑generation product lines like aerospace‑grade ball screws.

Our clean, climate‑controlled facility is built for precision, focus, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and paid time off, to support your health, growth, and future.

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