Financial Reporting Senior Accountant job opportunity at The Aerospace Corporation.



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The Aerospace Corporation Financial Reporting Senior Accountant
Experience: 4-years
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loacation El Segundo, CA, United States Of America
loacation El Segundo, CA....United States Of America

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. Job Summary The Aerospace Corporation is looking for a Senior Accountant (Financial Reporting Staff III/IV) to join our Financial Reporting department. In this role, you’ll focus on preparation and analysis related to corporate financial reporting, incurred cost reporting, benefit plan reporting, and other corporate financial reporting deliverables. As a valued member of the department, you’ll continually look for ways to perform efficiently while maintaining accuracy. Come join Aerospace!  We are looking for a team player with a positive attitude who can go the extra mile! The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You’ll Be Doing Participates in the preparation of year-end corporate financial statement, monthly internal reporting package, incurred cost claim report, benefit plans financial statements, 5500 reports, debt covenant reports, account reconciliations, and journal entries Prepares reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Prepares supporting schedules for requests made by internal and external auditors Participates in department projects and initiatives; looks for continued department improvements Assists with tax reporting in collaboration with tax lead accountant as needed  What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for the Financial Reporting Staff III : Three or more years of experience in Accounting, Finance or related field, with a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or related field Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Experience working with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, People Soft) and MS Excel Understanding of diverse accounting subject matter and financial reporting requirements Strong interpersonal, writing and communication skills In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Financial Reporting Staff IV include: Six or more years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field with a bachelors degree; or 4 or more years of progressive experience in Accounting, Finance or related field, with an MBA or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance or related field How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: CPA and/or public accounting experience Masters in Accounting or MBA Experience preparing corporate financial statements including footnotes and related supporting schedules Demonstrated accounting ability in such areas as performing month-end close activities, preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and audit schedules Experience preparing Incurred Cost Submission Experience preparing benefit plan financial statements Understanding of government contracting regulations (FAR, CAS), overhead rates and different contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M, etc.) Experience with data analysis techniques / data analytics 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 - Max) $84,600 - $160,500 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 various 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 employer. 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  peoplemangmnt.mailbox@aero.org . You can also review  Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .

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