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Archer Aviation

Location:
United States, San Jose

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

124800.00 - 156000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. We are seeking a highly motivated, results-driven Cost Accounting Manager with over 8 years of progressive experience in cost accounting. This role requires a self-starter with a proactive mindset, capable of leading cost initiatives, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and driving financial insights that support operational efficiency. This is a critical role, reporting to the Director of Cost Accounting, and will work with cross functional teams as we move towards commercialization. The ideal candidate is a go-getter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong ownership, and is comfortable partnering across departments to influence key business decisions.

Job Responsibility:

Lead all cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation
Analyze manufacturing performance by comparing actual costs to standards and identifying drivers of variances
Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and engineering to ensure accurate costing, inventory control, and margin management
Provide strategic insights through in-depth financial and operational analysis to drive profitability and cost control
Own and manage the month-end close process for cost and inventory accounting
Develop, document, and continuously improve cost accounting procedures and internal controls
Lead annual standard cost roll and support budgeting and forecasting efforts related to cost of goods sold (COGS)
Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts to ensure accurate reporting
Act as a key business partner to leadership, bringing a hands-on and solution-oriented approach to complex challenges

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)
CPA, CMA, or other relevant certification is a strong plus
8+ years of progressive accounting experience
SAP experience is highly preferred, especially in cost, inventory, and production modules
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams and influence non-financial stakeholders
Familiarity with business intelligence platforms (eg. Power BI, Tableau, Sigma) is highly desirable
Experience in Aviation or aerospace industry is a plus

Nice to have:

Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for solving problems and delivering results
Experience in fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environments
Strong leadership presence and team development skills

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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