Lead, Accounting

Job Title: Lead, Accounting

Job Location: Simi Valley, CA (This position is 100% onsite)

Business Unit: Datron

Schedule: 9/80:
Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.

Fisica, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of advanced defense products, specializing in the design and production of airborne and ground-based antennas, as well as cutting‑edge electromagnetic systems and simulators. Headquartered in San Leandro, California, with additional operations in Simi Valley, Fisica plays a vital role as a trusted partner to leading defense primes and the U.S. Department of Defense. Our company operates through three distinct business units—ATI, Randtron and Datron—each bringing deep expertise and innovation to the defense sector.

Led by a seasoned management team, Fisica is committed to excellence in engineering, manufacturing and mission‑critical solutions that enhance national security. At Fisica, we foster a strong, collaborative work culture that values individual contributions and empowers our employees. Our commitment to innovation, integrity and teamwork makes us a leader in the defense industry and an exceptional place to build a career.

The Lead, Accountant will manage various accounting and tax activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, company policies and external audits.

• Cash management:
  Manage cash inflows and outflows, prepare cash forecasts and liquidity analyses to ensure adequate funds are available. Prepare monthly cash journal entries and reconcile bank accounts.
• Revenue:
  Review contracts and ensure proper revenue recognition treatment (ASC 606). Calculate and record revenue, cost of sales and operating income.
• Fixed Assets:
  Maintain a comprehensive fixed assets register in accordance with relevant company policy. Prepare fixed asset schedules for internal and external reporting purposes and support the external audit.
• Lease:
  Manage and maintain the company leases, including tracking lease agreements, payments, expiration dates and recording lease entries in accordance with ASC 842.
• Perform closing processes to verify all entries have been created and posted. Review and reconcile the general ledger and identify and thoroughly investigate discrepancies.
• Tax:
  Prepare and submit sales and use tax returns, provide financial documents and assist CPA firm to submit tax returns on behalf of the company.
• Assist and perform special projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 7 + years of progressive accounting experience.
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standard (GAAP), experience with POC long‑term revenue recognition and knowledge of tax regulations, compliance requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Cost Point.
• This role requires the ability to obtain a future Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Competitive salary and benefits package!
• Generous paid time off.
• 401k with 6% match and vesting is immediate.
• Strong work‑life balance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is 98,500k-182,500k. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Fisica Inc also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off and company‑paid holidays.

The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire and schedule type.

Fisica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fisica is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

Fisica maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law. Fisica is an E‑Verify Employer. Please  for the E‑Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please  for English or Spanish.