Cost Accountant (UA)

Our client is a Ukrainian miltech startup developing advanced technological devices for Ukraine's defense sector, and is now looking for a Cost Accountant to support and optimize financial operations related to drone manufacturing and inventory management.

Location: Ukraine (only)
Type: On-site|Hybrid, full-time
Start date: ASAP
About the Company and Role:

This is a fast-growing international defense startup specializing in the development and production of air defense systems, rapidly scaling to meet Ukraine's national defense needs.
They believe there is a strong need for new technological solutions in the defense of free people in conflicts around the world. Their team includes experienced leaders from non-defense Silicon Valley startups who have seen this need first-hand and are committed to delivering.

This role is critical for ensuring accurate production costing, inventory accounting, and cost analysis across our fast-growing manufacturing environment.
You will work closely with Finance, Production, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Warehouse teams to maintain reliable cost data, support operational decision-making, and improve financial visibility across manufacturing processes. Your contribution will directly impact production efficiency, inventory accuracy, and overall financial performance as the company scales.

Responsibilities:

• Calculate and maintain accurate production costs, including material, labor, and overhead allocation 
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances between planned and actual costs 
• Maintain accurate accounting of raw materials, electronic components, WIP, and finished goods inventory 
• Perform inventory reconciliations and support physical inventory counts and audits 
• Review and validate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and support cost impact analysis for engineering or production changes 
• Prepare monthly cost accounting reports, inventory reports, and variance analysis for management 
• Support month-end closing activities related to inventory and manufacturing accounting
• Cooperate with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to track import costs, logistics expenses, and component pricing changes 
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and support audit processes 
• Contribute to the improvement and automation of cost accounting and inventory control processes

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field 
• 3+ years of experience in cost accounting, manufacturing accounting, or inventory accounting 
• Strong understanding of production costing and inventory accounting principles 
• Experience working with ERP/accounting systems (BAS, 1C, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, etc.)
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities 
• High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
• Experience in manufacturing, electronics, or hardware production environments will be considered a strong advantage 
• Knowledge of IFRS is preferred 
• English level sufficient for working with documentation and cross-functional communication 
• Calm, balanced, and detail-oriented. 
• Able to adapt quickly to changing conditions.
• Flexible and solution-oriented mindset. Strong result-driven approach and ability to meet deadlines. 
• High level of responsibility and organizational skills.

The company offers:

• Full-time position & official employment
• Competitive salary (based on interview results)
• Paid vacation and sick leave according to Ukrainian legislation
• Medical & Life
• Insurance Reservation from mobilization
• Friendly and people-oriented team culture
• Have opportunities to work on an innovative and impactful product