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Senior Cost Accountant

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Pivotal logoPivotal · Palo Alto, CA
Full-timeOn-site3w ago
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Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant inventory and cost accounting responsibilities
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP and inventory accounting concepts
  • Experience in a high-growth manufacturing or hardware environment
  • Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis
  • Experience reviewing inventory subledger activity and reconciling to the general ledger
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Experience working within ERP systems in a manufacturing or inventory-intensive environment

Additional Information

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market. Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in 2026. Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us. The Senior Cost Accountant will play a key role in managing inventory accounting and month-end close activities within a growing operational environment. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of cost accounting, supporting operational scalability, and partnering cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations, and Procurement. This role is particularly well suited for candidates with experience supporting organizations transitioning from a research and development (R&D) or pre-commercialization environment into scaled operations and production. The ideal candidate possesses strong ERP system experience, detailed knowledge of inventory subledgers and manufacturing processes, and the ability to establish scalable accounting procedures in a dynamic environment. This position reports to the Assistant Controller. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA. Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans. Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.


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