Financial Reporting Manager

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We’re looking for a motivated accounting professional to take a hands‑on role in managing quarterly and annual SEC filings while supporting key accounting operations. The ideal candidate has experience in either financial reporting, technical accounting or operational accounting, solid GAAP knowledge, and thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, contributing across multiple functions while growing their skills.

Karman Space & Defense provides concept‑to‑production solutions for mission‑critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission‑critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement*

• Assist the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual Forms 10‑Q and 10‑K, including financial statements, Notes, and MD&A.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation supporting all disclosures and tie‑outs.
• Monitor new accounting standards and SEC guidance; assist in implementing disclosure changes.
• Coordinate input from Legal, FP&A, Investor Relations, and other cross‑functional teams.
• Preparing technical accounting memos as needed.

• Oversee accounting areas such as equity, stock‑based compensation and other key accounting areas as needed.
• Prepare the consolidated statement of cash flows for each reporting period.
• Support month‑end and quarter‑end close activities as needed, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and support SOX documentation and audits.
• Assist with operational accounting process improvements and system enhancements.
• Support external audit requests during quarterly reviews and the annual audit.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident
• 4-7 years of relevant experience in technical accounting and/or accounting operations.
• Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Ability to manage and coordinate deliverables across multiple teams.
• CPA license is desired but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Minimal travel may be required for this position.

As a federal contractor, Karman Space & Defense is committed to compliance with all federal employment eligibility requirements. We participate in E‑Verify, a web‑based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. As an E‑Verify employer, federal compliance mandates that we require documentation to verify your identity and employment authorization upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other…