Cost Accountant

Xcimer Energy•Denver, CO

12d

About The Position

Xcimer Energy is seeking a Cost Accountant to oversee all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, audit, and compliance. This role involves establishing robust financial controls, policies, and reporting systems to protect company assets and ensure regulatory compliance. The position requires expertise in supporting team members, developing cost accounting practices, and assisting with the transition of accounting infrastructure to new enterprise systems, including ERP and government compliance tools. We are looking for an experienced accountant with strong problem-solving skills and a dedication to quality to contribute to the future of energy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing or project-based environments.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, project and cost accounting, and internal controls.
Experience in implementing an integrated systems.
Hands-on experience with inventory, WIP, fixed assets, and capital-intensive operations.
Excellent communicator; can articulate complex concepts to a varied audience.
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to evaluate the need for change and the impact to the business; a builder.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

CPA
Experience in government contracting/government cost accounting environment with strong understanding of FAR and CAS
Experience in managing regulatory, commercial, and government audits
Ability to effectively manage multiple, large scale projects and dynamically shift focus and reprioritize when needed
Aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing industry experience
Experience with ERP systems
Experience supporting high-growth or pre-IPO companies

Responsibilities

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
Support team in exploring incentives available for tax credits by identifying programs that would fit our anticipated project spend.
Comply with and provide documentation requirements for obtaining tax credits and incentives.
Lead cost accounting for a capital-intensive manufacturing environment, including inventory, WIP, overhead allocation, and standard costing.
Monitor capital expenditures, fixed assets, depreciation, and capitalization of equipment and tooling.
Oversee accounting treatment for R&D activities, including capitalization vs. expense considerations.
Track and report R&D costs by program, contract, or grant as required.
Support R&D tax credit documentation and coordination with external advisors.