Senior Accountant

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Accountant with experience in public company accounting and a strong understanding of the regulatory and compliance landscape in the defense and aerospace sector. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, the integrity of internal controls, and compliance with government accounting requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS). In this individual contributor role, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for tasks including general ledger accounting, intercompany reconciliations, accrual accounting, SOX compliance, supporting SEC reporting and government accounting compliance, as well as driving process improvements in a fast paced, highly regulated environment.

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We are seeking an accomplished Senior Accountant with experience in public company accounting and a strong understanding of the regulatory and compliance landscape in the defense and aerospace sector. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, the integrity of internal controls, and compliance with government accounting requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS). In this individual contributor role, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for tasks including general ledger accounting, intercompany reconciliations, accrual accounting, SOX compliance, supporting SEC reporting and government accounting compliance, as well as driving process improvements in a fast paced, highly regulated environment.

This role requires solid technical accounting knowledge and excellent organizational skills.

• Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities
• Focus on intercompany reconciliations, including journal entries and communication with divisional and subsidiary leads, commission accounting and other accrual accounting
• Supports preparation of monthly financial package and reviews for accuracy
• Actively participates in monthly, quarterly and annual accounting close process
• Supports internal and external auditors' requests and inquiries
• Performs ad- hoc analysis as needed using various reports and statements
• Works cross-functionally with other departments to resolve discrepancies in account balances
• Performs necessary functions to ensure compliance with SOX and Internal Controls over relevant processes
• Participates in monthly financial meetings for discussion and review of monthly financial reports
• Identify and implement process improvements and internal controls to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent combination of experience and education
• CPA designation a plus but not required.
• 5 - 10 years of related accounting/finance work experience
• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP system and strong Excel skills.
• Experience supporting government contracting and knowledge of FAR/CAS is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

• A mission-driven culture where your work directly supports U.S. national security and global defense.
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.
• Growth opportunities with mentorship from senior finance leaders.
• Hybrid/remote flexibility with periodic commute to our office in Simi Valley, CA.
• The ability to make a significant impact within a fast-growing, publicly traded aerospace leader.

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