Snr Cost Accountant

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Albuquerque is seeking a Senior Program Accountant I to support complex customer programs, contract accounting, revenue recognition, and financial analysis. This role will partner closely with accounting, finance, and cross-functional teams to interpret customer contracts, evaluate revenue recognition requirements under ASC 606, support program financial reporting, and provide insight into project performance. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close, along with experience analyzing contracts, supporting revenue recognition, and working with project/program financial data. Experience with Estimate at Completion (EAC), contract assets/liabilities, overtime revenue recognition, or aerospace/defense programs is highly desirable. This position requires someone who can independently manage accounting responsibilities, interpret complex financial information, and communicate financial results in a clear, business-focused way to stakeholders across the organization. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting, cost accounting, or program finance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of month-end close activities, journal entry preparation, and account reconciliation processes.
• Experience with cost analysis, standard cost accounting, and manufacturing cost accounting principles.
• Familiarity with contract review, revenue recognition guidance, and financial reporting tied to customer programs.
• Ability to interpret detailed financial information independently and communicate findings effectively to business partners.
• Advanced analytical skills with a track record of identifying trends, variances, and performance insights from financial data.
• Aerospace or defense industry experience, including work with program accounting or Estimate at Completion concepts, is highly preferred.