Cost/Inventory Accountant (all genders)

STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains.

We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective.

This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.

We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems‑not future promises.

In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe‑today.

Overview

The cost/inventory accountant position is responsible for all aspects of Manufacturing and Production costing analysis and inventory for all business locations.

Responsibilities

• Compare standard cost to actual cost and identify and explain variances by customer, part number and production jobs.
• Resolve variances and adjust Bills of Materials (BOM’s) in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing personnel.
• Develop and maintain a cost accounting system that ensures accurate costing and inventory levels.
• Produce daily production, variance and ad‑hoc reports.
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and post adjustments based on results.
• Review and analyze standard and actual costs for variances and prepare reports.
• Prepare, analyze and report monthly gross margin analysis by customer, part number and production jobs.
• Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services to determine effects on costs.
• Study and collect data to determine costs of business activities such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor.
• Reconcile account balances for physical inventories and cycle counts.
• Assist in month‑end and year‑end closing by analyzing inventory and preparing supplemental reports as needed.
• Work on special projects as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or similar and three (3) to five (5) years in manufacturing cost accounting experience is preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Proficiency in Excel, experience in manipulating large databases a plus.
• Significant hands‑on experience using an integrated ERP system.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory and cost accounting.
• Understanding of local GAAP (IFRS is a plus) as it applies to a manufacturing environment is required.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments.
• Team player who also works well independently.
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations.
• Strong communication skills in both German and English.
• Contact
• Sally Grütte‑Pad, Interim Lead TA Partner, via talent@stark‑defence. com
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