Senior Accountant / Analyst
El Segundo, CA, United States
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At Aerospace, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees to share in our common passion and aspiration – to carry out a mission much bigger than ourselves.
Job Summary
The Aerospace Corporation is looking for an Accounting professional with strong experience to join our General Accounting department. In this role, you will be responsible for all facets of preparing and submitting weekly invoices to our primary customer; leading the month-end close process; preparing journal entries and account reconciliations; and interfacing with our external and government auditors. We are looking for a team player who likes to go the extra mile!
Work Arrangement Model
This position will be a hybrid work model and offer partially remote with some onsite work required in El Segundo, CA.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leads the monthly close process by recording and reviewing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, and preparing supporting schedules
Prepares detailed account analyses and reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts
Monitors progress of close activities and keeps management apprised of progress
Seeks to continuously improve closing processes and related documentation
Prepares invoices for certain Aerospace government and commercial customers
Acts as primary point of contact regarding billing and invoicing inquiries as well as other functions from internal and external auditors
Leads international accounting activities
Reviews requests, determines scope of request, obtains documentation, and prepares for manager review before releasing to auditors
Assists other Staff Accountants as needed
Leads and coordinates departmental projects and initiatives as assigned
Minimum Requirements
What You Need to be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience:
Staff IV: Six or more years of progressively increased responsibility and experience in the accounting field
Staff V: Ten or more years of progressively increased responsibility and experience in the accounting field
Proven understanding of accounting principles, GAAP; understanding of diverse accounting subject matter and reporting requirements
Experience working with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Great Plains)
Experience preparing auditor schedules and/or analyzing accounting data using Microsoft Excel
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer service focus
Position requires attendance on Fridays during month-end close
Position requires working a standard 5-day schedule and occasionally working in excess of standard working hours during fiscal year-end preparation, close, and audit (September through December)
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
CPA with public accounting experience
Experience in general accounting operations including month and yearend close, journal entries, account reconciliations and audit schedules
SAP software experience (e.g., FI, CO, and/or PS)
Experience preparing, reviewing, and submitting invoices to multiple customers within prescribed deadlines
Experience with parent/subsidiary accounting and reporting
Experience using Microsoft Excel’s advanced functionality, including Power Query, Visual Basic, and/or Power Pivot
Experience with system implementation projects
Experience documenting accounting desk procedures
Experience with and understanding of government contracting regulations (FAR, CAS), overhead rates and different contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with a keen understanding of deadlines
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Mid - Max)
$87,257 - $113,628 - $140,000
Pay Basis: Annual
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
Operate Strategically
Lead Change
Engage with Impact
Foster Innovation
Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We believe that a diverse workforce creates an environment in which unique ideas are developed and differing perspectives are valued, producing superior customer solutions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you’re an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [email protected]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
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