Director - Accounting, Financial Reporting and Billing

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 seeking a dynamic accounting professional with strong accounting and managerial experience to be the Director - Accounting & Financial Reporting (Accounting & Financial Reporting Director). In this role, you will be responsible for the Financial Reporting, General Accounting, Civil Services Group (CSG) billing departments. Areas of responsibility include technical accounting, general accounting operations, internal and external reporting, and customer billings. 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

• Lead the strategic direction of three departments, General Accounting, Financial Reporting, and CSG Billing.  Oversee the financial close processes, financial reporting activities, tax compliance, and billing operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Coordinate and oversee the preparation of the annual corporate and benefit plan financial statements; and related support binder.  Manage financial statements draft review/edit process with external auditors.
• Track all new accounting pronouncements, research and assess the applicability and/or financial impact, and make recommendations to the Controller about the necessary changes to implement.
• Lead accounting projects pertaining to new accounting codifications including coordinating changes to corporate and benefit plans financial statement disclosures; and/or accounting policy changes.  Partner with Controller to communicate changes to external auditors.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for benefit plan changes affecting the corporate and benefit plans financial statement disclosures.
• Lead strategic direction for staffing / hiring in area of responsibility
• Monitor corporate cash flow / funding.
• Develop and implement internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with CAS, FAR, and contractual requirements.
• Respond to external audit requests.

What You Need to be Successful - Accounting & Financial Reporting Director

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of eight years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• At least five years of experience managing accounting teams.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and organizational levels.
• Expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) complemented by a strong understanding of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Experience preparing financial statements.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g SAP; Oracle).
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal communication skills.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• MBA or advanced degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with SAP S/4 HANA.
• Knowledge of employee benefit plans accounting, and principles of actuarial concepts.

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)

$144,800 - $217,200

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment