Financial Reporting, Department Lead

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 an accounting professional with strong experience to lead our Financial Reporting department. In this role, you will be responsible for all facets of corporate financial reporting, incurred cost reporting, benefit plan reporting, and other corporate financial reporting deliverables. Come join Aerospace! We are looking for a team player with a positive attitude who can go the extra mile!

Work Model

This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA, which requires 100% onsite work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leads the day-to-day operations of the Financial Reporting department  
• Coordinates department activities including 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
• Ensures reports are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
• Provides general and detailed information for and interfaces with internal and external auditors
• Leads and coordinates department projects and initiatives
• 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 IV:

• Bachelors degree Accounting, Finance or related field
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible experience in the financial reporting field; proven understanding of accounting principles, GAAP; understanding of diverse accounting subject matter and reporting requirements
• Experience in financial reporting operations including annual financial statement preparation, monthly internal reporting, journal entries, account reconciliations and audit schedules
• Experience interfacing with and responding to auditors
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle)
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer service focus
• Experience preparing auditor schedules and/or analyzing accounting data using Microsoft Excel
• 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

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Financial Reporting Staff V include:

• Ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in the financial reporting field; proven understanding of accounting principles, GAAP; understanding of diverse accounting subject matter and reporting requirements

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
• Supervisory experience in Financial Reporting, Accounting, or related field
• SAP software experience
• Experience leading, designing and implementing department projects 
• Experience with data analysis techniques
• Experience with system improvement projects
• Experience documenting desk procedures
• 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 - Max)

$107,000 - $180,400

Pay Basis: Annual

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