Who is Elve?
Elve, Inc is a pioneering deep-tech startup based in Davis, CA, committed to facilitating wireless connectivity innovations. Through our cutting-edge technologies, we enable internet access that is up to 100x faster in both urban and remote areas. Our focus lies in the design and manufacturing of highly efficient, lightweight millimeter-wave and near-THz RF power amplifiers that fuel the future of wireless services transcending beyond 5G. We are searching for a Cost and Production Accountant who is detail-oriented and analytical to help us build and then optimize our cost efficiency and production accounting processes. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that’s transforming the wireless communication landscape!
Job Description
The Cost and Production Accountant at Elve will be responsible for tracking and analyzing costs related to production processes. Initially, this role will also be an important contributor to the initial development of cost and production accounting systems and processes. This role will involve maintaining accurate cost accounting records, preparing cost reports, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. The ideal candidate will work closely with the production, supply chain and finance teams to provide insights into cost management, production efficiency, and profitability. You will support the Finance team by inputting vendor invoices into an accounting system, reviewing inventory transactions and supporting month-end closing activities. You will support the Company's Supply Chain Manager by assisting in purchasing and delivery follow-ups, performing cycle counting and physical inventories, and working closely with supply chain and production management to help improve operational processes to maximize productivity and cost savings. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing startup that values innovation and collaboration.
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Work Environment
May consist of a blend of the following environments:
- Office
- Manufacturing Facility
Must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting or related roles in a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and cost accounting methodologies
- Strong understanding of sales and use tax regulations, especially partial tax exemption for R&D
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, ERP systems)
- Attention to detail and ability to analyze financial data
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- To conform to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including Export Administration Regulations (EAR), to work in this role you must be a U.S. citizen.
Good to have:
- Experience in implementing MRP and/or ERP systems
- Familiarity with production and inventory management best practices
- Understanding of sales and use taxes, GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Experience preparing budgets or forecasts and tracking actuals
- Ability to implement cost-saving initiatives
Benefits Include:
- Competitive salary
- Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Vacation time
- A taste of the start-up life
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology in vacuum electronics, materials science, and additive manufacturing.
- Rubbing shoulders and brainstorming with multiple Ph.D. and masters-level engineers
What it’s like to work at Elve
We are a small team (for now!) on a mission to bring the next generation of high-speed wireless connectivity to a billion people worldwide. That kind of impact is not going to be achieved with incremental improvements- we are gunning for orders of magnitude advances in production capability, cost, size, and power in the mm-wave RF amplifier market. We ask “dumb” questions all the time because we always have something to learn. We work really hard, make sure to get good sleep, handle conflict intentionally, and expect great things from each other.
