Cost Accountant Lead
Apply NowCompany: Safran
Location: Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Description:
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Safran Cabin provides innovative cabin interiors, systems, equipment and services to enhance the user experience. Its 11,000 employees across the world serve aircraft OEMs, airlines, lessors and VIP clients with interiors easily configured for multiple aircraft platforms and missions.
Reference number
2025-151174
Job details
Domain
Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile
Finance and management - Accounting
Job title
Cost Accountant Lead
Employment type
Temporary
Contract period
6 months
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, "We did that."
In the role of Cost Accountant Lead you'll play a pivotal part on our Finance team.
The Cost Accountant Lead is responsible for all divisions within Safran Cabin Inc. and Cabin Materials. Analyzes material, labor, or other expenses to determine production costs, cost of sales, or other cost-related performance measures. This position reports to department Manager.
This position contributes to our vision by:
Collect and analyze data to determine production costs by performing the following:
O Variance Analysis
O Cost of Goods Sold Analysis
O Standard Costing Analysis
O Overhead & Labor Rate Calculation
O Inventory Valuation Analysis
O Ad-hoc financial analysis
Assist Controllers by preparing financial reports and give recommendations based on available data.
Assist Controllers with cost accounting analysis as needed.
Demonstrate understanding of BOM & Routings for cost validation.
Assist with part number cost rolls and releasing manufacturing order when request aligns with cost accounting procedures.
Maintain process and procedural documentation for Cost Accounting functions
Ensure Cross Training of Cost Accounting processes and procedures across all sites within scope.
In charge of the homogeneity of methods and processes for all cost accountants, in the central team as well as those who reports to site controllers / division CFO. For instance: calculation of overheads costs and landing costs, valuation of WIP and inventory etc.
Provide monthly analysis and reporting to management on inventories, costs of goods for each facility and for the whole company Cabin Inc.
Perform period closing activities and perform journal entries and GL account analysis.
Perform account reconciliations to drive accuracy in inventory cycle and review with Controllers at Balance Sheet Review meetings.
Perform Error Clearing to ensure accurate transaction posting to general ledger. Work with appropriate departments to resolve recurring issues by reviewing and adjusting accounting rules when necessary.
Travel specifictity
*Traveling may be required
Additional description
Safran Cabin headquarters are in Huntington Beach, California, with a global presence of over 11,000 employees at 36 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand. Safran Cabin serves over 400 airlines and leasing companies globally and delivers to all airframe OEM manufacturers with a heritage spanning over 80 years in the industry.
Discover Safran Cabin through our videos: Safran Cabin (safran-group.com)
Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.
Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.
Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub - Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!
The expected salary range for this position is between $74,850 - $117,620. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.
Candidate skills & requirements
At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.
Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
Team oriented
Process focused
Open & honest communication
Quality minded
Ability to persevere and honor commitments
Recognizes success
Executes with urgency
Creates solutions
Customer focused in everything we do
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree. Master's Degree preferred.
Experience: 5+ years' experience in an accounting/controlling department for a large manufacturer.
Computer Skills:
Strong demonstrated use of Windows Operating System.
Thorough understanding/use of Microsoft Office products including : Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Advanced knowledge/use of Microsoft Excel.
Other Skills:
Advanced knowledge of mathematics and statistics
Understanding of organizational accounting concepts
In-depth knowledge of financial guidelines and regulations
Strong financial analysis skills
Ability to perform risk and security assessments
Excellent attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication skills and problem solving skills
Ability to collaborate with other different functions and foster teamwork
Provides mentoring and coaching to junior cost accountant employees.
Handles the most complex issues.
Possesses expert knowledge of subject matter.
Detailed oriented and accuracy are mandatory
Synthesis and analysis capabilities
Works with a great deal of autonomy and initiative, while also being a team player.
Proactive and takes the lead in proposing, managing, and implementing all continuous improvement initiatives
Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)
Relevant Certification
M3 Proficiency
Description: Senior-level position within field.
Annual salary
$74,850 - $117,620
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, California
City (-ies)
Huntington Beach
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
Additional Languages preferred
English (Fluent)
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran is in the 1st place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2023" ranking.
Safran Cabin provides innovative cabin interiors, systems, equipment and services to enhance the user experience. Its 11,000 employees across the world serve aircraft OEMs, airlines, lessors and VIP clients with interiors easily configured for multiple aircraft platforms and missions.
Reference number
2025-151174
Job details
Domain
Performance and Support
Job field / Job profile
Finance and management - Accounting
Job title
Cost Accountant Lead
Employment type
Temporary
Contract period
6 months
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, "We did that."
In the role of Cost Accountant Lead you'll play a pivotal part on our Finance team.
The Cost Accountant Lead is responsible for all divisions within Safran Cabin Inc. and Cabin Materials. Analyzes material, labor, or other expenses to determine production costs, cost of sales, or other cost-related performance measures. This position reports to department Manager.
This position contributes to our vision by:
Collect and analyze data to determine production costs by performing the following:
O Variance Analysis
O Cost of Goods Sold Analysis
O Standard Costing Analysis
O Overhead & Labor Rate Calculation
O Inventory Valuation Analysis
O Ad-hoc financial analysis
Assist Controllers by preparing financial reports and give recommendations based on available data.
Assist Controllers with cost accounting analysis as needed.
Demonstrate understanding of BOM & Routings for cost validation.
Assist with part number cost rolls and releasing manufacturing order when request aligns with cost accounting procedures.
Maintain process and procedural documentation for Cost Accounting functions
Ensure Cross Training of Cost Accounting processes and procedures across all sites within scope.
In charge of the homogeneity of methods and processes for all cost accountants, in the central team as well as those who reports to site controllers / division CFO. For instance: calculation of overheads costs and landing costs, valuation of WIP and inventory etc.
Provide monthly analysis and reporting to management on inventories, costs of goods for each facility and for the whole company Cabin Inc.
Perform period closing activities and perform journal entries and GL account analysis.
Perform account reconciliations to drive accuracy in inventory cycle and review with Controllers at Balance Sheet Review meetings.
Perform Error Clearing to ensure accurate transaction posting to general ledger. Work with appropriate departments to resolve recurring issues by reviewing and adjusting accounting rules when necessary.
Travel specifictity
*Traveling may be required
Additional description
Safran Cabin headquarters are in Huntington Beach, California, with a global presence of over 11,000 employees at 36 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand. Safran Cabin serves over 400 airlines and leasing companies globally and delivers to all airframe OEM manufacturers with a heritage spanning over 80 years in the industry.
Discover Safran Cabin through our videos: Safran Cabin (safran-group.com)
Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.
Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.
Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub - Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!
The expected salary range for this position is between $74,850 - $117,620. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law.
Candidate skills & requirements
At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.
Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
Team oriented
Process focused
Open & honest communication
Quality minded
Ability to persevere and honor commitments
Recognizes success
Executes with urgency
Creates solutions
Customer focused in everything we do
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree. Master's Degree preferred.
Experience: 5+ years' experience in an accounting/controlling department for a large manufacturer.
Computer Skills:
Strong demonstrated use of Windows Operating System.
Thorough understanding/use of Microsoft Office products including : Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Advanced knowledge/use of Microsoft Excel.
Other Skills:
Advanced knowledge of mathematics and statistics
Understanding of organizational accounting concepts
In-depth knowledge of financial guidelines and regulations
Strong financial analysis skills
Ability to perform risk and security assessments
Excellent attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication skills and problem solving skills
Ability to collaborate with other different functions and foster teamwork
Provides mentoring and coaching to junior cost accountant employees.
Handles the most complex issues.
Possesses expert knowledge of subject matter.
Detailed oriented and accuracy are mandatory
Synthesis and analysis capabilities
Works with a great deal of autonomy and initiative, while also being a team player.
Proactive and takes the lead in proposing, managing, and implementing all continuous improvement initiatives
Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)
Relevant Certification
M3 Proficiency
Description: Senior-level position within field.
Annual salary
$74,850 - $117,620
Job location
Job location
North America, United States, California
City (-ies)
Huntington Beach
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 5 years
Additional Languages preferred
English (Fluent)