Controller

Controller

Aereos, Inc | Finance & Accounting | Full-Time

About the Role

Aereos, Inc is seeking a Controller to support the finance team in maintaining cost integrity across manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Fractional CFO, this role owns the day-to-day cost accounting function—standard costs, variance analysis, inventory accounting, and program cost tracking—and serves as the finance department lead in the CFO’s absence. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with ERP systems, a solid grasp of GAAP cost accounting, and comfort working in an aerospace or government contracting environment.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Accounting & Analysis

• Maintain standard cost records including material, labor, and overhead rates
• Analyze manufacturing variances and prepare summary reports with supporting explanations
• Update and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) in the ERP system in coordination with operations and engineering
• Support job and program cost tracking across production runs and contracts
• Learn and apply cost allocation methodologies for direct and indirect costs across departments and cost centers

Reporting & Financial Planning

• Prepare routine cost reports and schedules for CFO review on a monthly and quarterly basis
• Assist in compiling COGS and gross margin data for financial statement preparation
• Maintain cost tracking spreadsheets and contribute to cost dashboards and KPI reports
• Pull and format data from the ERP system to support management reporting needs
• Support the CFO in the annual budgeting process by gathering historical cost data and preparing input schedules
• Assist in building and maintaining rolling forecast models for labor, materials, and overhead
• Track budget-to-actual results and help prepare variance commentary for management review

Inventory & Month-End Close

• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts; investigate and resolve count discrepancies
• Support month-end inventory reconciliations in the ERP system

Controls & Compliance

• Ensure accounting entries are accurate, well-documented, and comply with company policies and GAAP
• Assist in identifying and escalating discrepancies or control gaps to the CFO
• Gather and organize documentation to support external audits and internal reviews
• Support compliance with efforts related to government contracts and aerospace industry requirements as needed

Finance Department Coverage

• Act as the finance department lead and primary point of contact in the CFO’s absence

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, aerospace, or defense
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Solid understanding of GAAP, standard costing, and variance analysis
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAGE, NetSuite, or similar)
• Proficiency in Excel; experience building cost models and dashboards a plus
• Familiarity with government contracting (FAR/DFARS) and DCAA requirements a plus
• CPA or CMA in progress or completed preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

About Aereos, Inc

We offer a collaborative, mission-driven work environment where every team member has meaningful impact. Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities are available for the right candidate.

Aereos, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.