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L2 Aviation is a trusted aviation solutions provider delivering engineering, integration, manufacturing, and support services for commercial, military, and business aviation. For more than two decades, we’ve maintained a reputation for excellence, innovation, and a commitment to quality across all levels of our organization.
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant that has excellent analytical skills and experienced in manufacturing or aerospace finance with a strong understanding of cost accounting principles and practices.
WHY WORK WITH US:
- L2 Aviation is a leading provider of worldwide aviation services that include aircraft engineering, aircraft modifications, aircraft parts sales and brokerage, aircraft wiring harness manufacturing, avionics product manufacturing and avionics design and integration represented by a world class team utilizing the latest in state-of-the-art technologies with the support of a highly skilled and experienced workforce.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
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You’ll love working here because you’ll play a key role in shaping financial strategy, analyze impactful data, and collaborate with a team that values accuracy, insight, and continuous improvement. Here’s what makes our environment unique:
- Impactful Work: Your analysis and insights directly influence production efficiency, cost management, and company profitability.
- Career Growth: L2 Aviation supports employee development through training, mentoring, and advancement opportunities.
- Collaborative Environment: Work closely with cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and leadership.
- Innovation & Excellence: Join a company that values continuous improvement, operational excellence, and cutting-edge aviation solutions.
- Purpose & Pride: Contribute to high-quality, mission-critical aviation projects that make a tangible impact worldwide.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
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The Cost Accountant supports L2 Aviation’s manufacturing and service operations by maintaining accurate cost accounting systems, analyzing production variances, and ensuring reliable financial reporting. This role provides visibility into manufacturing performance, inventory valuation, and margins, enabling leadership to make informed decisions. You will:
- Maintain and reconcile cost accounting systems to accurately capture labor, material, and overhead for all production and engineering projects.
- Prepare and analyze standard cost models for manufactured assemblies, LRUs, and harnesses to support pricing and profitability decisions.
- Monitor work order variances, labor efficiency, and material usage to identify and explain cost drivers.
- Support monthly close activities including inventory valuation, cost of goods sold reconciliation, and variance analysis.
- Collaborate with Production and Engineering to define labor routings and cost structures reflecting current manufacturing methods.
- Assist in annual budget preparation and quarterly forecasting for manufacturing cost centers and overhead pools.
- Partner with Procurement and Supply Chain to evaluate supplier pricing trends and identify cost reduction opportunities.
- Maintain inventory accounting processes, including physical counts, cycle counts, and valuation adjustments.
- Develop and track metrics related to production cost performance, efficiency, and absorption rates.
- Provide financial input for capital investments, make-versus-buy decisions, and process improvement initiatives.
- Support external audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control policies.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost transparency and reporting accuracy.
- Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU BRING:
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You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
- 5+ years of cost accounting or financial analysis experience in manufacturing or aerospace.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation principles.
- Proficiency in ERP/accounting software (NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, or similar); experience with Global Shop Solutions preferred.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret financial data, identify variances, and clearly communicate findings to leadership.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with engineering, production, and operations teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and accuracy.
- Availability for occasional weekend or after-hours work.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
- Must submit to and pass pre-employment drug testing and any applicable company/FAA Drug and Alcohol Abuse Program that may be required.
- Must be able to pass required background checks, including a 10-year TSA check if airport access or badging is required.
**DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS ABOVE**
Due to the heavy volume of replies we receive; we respectfully cannot accept resumes which are received by fax nor individual inquiries by phone.
This position is not open to agencies or recruiting firms.
L2 Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a drug-free environment. A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION.
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