Senior, Cost Accounting

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM We are seeking an exceptional Senior, Cost Accounting to execute full stack cost accounting for a portion of Anduril’s portfolio of products. This role is critical to driving accuracy, insight, and control across our development, manufacturing, and production operations. Reporting to the Manager, Cost Accounting, the Senior will ensure consistent and compliant application of Anduril’s standard costing methodology and be responsible for detailed transactional and balance sheet reconciliation review. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical competency, strong leadership skills, and a risk-based approach in support of the company’s preparation for a potential future IPO. WHAT YOU’LL DO Perform asset capitalization, depreciation, and management for deployed internal and subscription assets. Responsible for the recognition and accounting treatment of hardware treatment. Including , where applicable, COGS, maintenance and repair, returns, operations and sustainment, and capitalization. Perform and continuously improve standard costing practices to ensure accurate product costing, variance analysis, and margin reporting for designated product lines and production sites. Perform work order review, variance analysis, and closure for designated product lines and production sites. Responsible for a portion of the Company’s cost accounting close process, including cost roll-ups, variance analysis, absorption reporting, and reconciliations of inventory and work-in-process. Support the adherence to internal controls to strengthen financial accuracy and compliance; identify and remediate control deficiencies as needed. Administer physical and cycle count programs across designated sites, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper valuation of inventory. Interface directly with external auditors on cost accounting and inventory- related matters during the annual financial statement audit. Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering to analyze manufacturing performance, cost drivers, and production efficiency opportunities. Support pricing, cost proposal, and audit requirements related to U.S. government contracts (FAR/CAS). Contribute to IPO readiness initiatives, including audit preparation, systems scalability, and establishment of SOX-compliant financial controls. Support the Manager with preparing insightful cost analyses and recommendations to support strategic and operational decision-making. Support the Manager with a continuous improvement mindset, prioritizing automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in all financial processes. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred. 5-7 years of progressive cost accounting experience in manufacturing. Proven experience with standard costing in complex, low-volume, high- dollar manufacturing environments, with ability to grow into a high- volume environment. Strong knowledge of U.S. government contracting cost principles (FAR/CAS). Demonstrated experience with maintaining effective internal controls and supporting external audits. Advanced proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar) and data analysis tools. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across functions and influence senior leadership. Experience in a privately held company preparing for an IPO is highly desirable. Exceptional analytical, organizational, and leadership skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence. US Salary Range $98,000 - $129,000 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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