Cost/Inventory Accountant (all genders)

STARK is a new kind of defence technology company revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop, and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments.

We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems—not future promises. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe—today.

• Develop and maintain cost accounting system that ensures accurate costing and inventory levels

• Produce daily production, variance and ad hoc reports 

• Coordinate physical inventory counts and post adjustments based on results

• Review and analyze standard and actual costs for variances and prepare reports 

• Prepare, analyze and report monthly gross margin analysis by customer, part number and production jobs 

• Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services to determine effects on costs 

• Study and collect data to determine costs of business activities such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor 

• Responsible for account reconciliation of physical inventories and cycle counts 

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing by analyzing inventory and preparing supplemental reports as needed 

• Work on special projects as required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or similar and three (3) to five (5) years in manufacturing cost accounting experience is preferred. 

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 

• Proficiency in Excel, experience in manipulating large databases a plus 

• Significant hands-on experience using an integrated ERP system

• Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory and cost accounting

• Understanding of local GAAP (IFRS is a plus) as it applies to a manufacturing environment is required 

• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments. 

• Must be a team player who also works well independently. 

• Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations. 

• Strong communication skills in both German and English