Senior Accountant

Who We Are

At Firestorm, we’re on a mission to revolutionize how defense solutions are designed and delivered. Our goal is to empower U.S. ally nations to effectively deter aggressors, regardless of their defense budget. through innovative, cost-efficient technologies. We call this vision “democratized deterrence.” As a VC-backed company at the intersection of defense and Silicon Valley, we’re pioneering the development of mission-adaptable aerial vehicles that put power back into the hands of operators. By prioritizing operator effectiveness, we’re pioneering a new era of aerial vehicle design. We aim to upend the traditional defense procurement model by delivering world-class capabilities at a fraction of the usual cost. Join us at Firestorm as we redefine defense procurement, making cutting-edge technology accessible to all at a fraction of the cost.

About the Role

Firestorm Labs is at the forefront of innovation, delivering advanced solutions that make a real impact. We are looking for a Senior Accountant who is excited to support the company’s growth by ensuring financial accuracy, and compliance, while helping programs & projects succeed. The ideal candidate will bring strong operational expertise, a process improvement mindset, and a collaborative approach. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and cross-functionally across other departments to ensure our accounting processes are efficient, accurate, and scalable. This role is more than traditional accounting. You will partner with program & the operations team, contribute to strategic financial planning, and help shape internal processes that support audits and regulatory compliance.
As a rapidly growing defense-technology company, Firestorm Labs offers a unique opportunity to build a finance career with impact. This role provides a path toward Accounting Manager, Program Finance, or FP&A roles while gaining hands-on experience in audits, cost accounting, and financial reporting. We're looking for someone driven, analytical, and excited to contribute to mission-critical innovation.

What You'll Do

• Maintain accurate general ledger entries for direct, indirect, and unallowable costs
• Partner with project and contract teams to allocate revenue and costs accurately, helping ensure every program is financially tracked and optimized
• Monitor project budgets and funded amounts, reconciling and reporting costs to support informed decision-making by leadership
• Assist in managing indirect cost pools including Fringe, Overhead, G&A and IRAD, and help apply provisional billing rates in compliance with FAR and CAS
• Collaborate on variance analysis for indirect rates and budget performance, providing actionable insights to guide financial decisions
• Support the creation of annual operating and contract-level budgets and financial projections for new awards and internal initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, DFARS, and CAS
• Prepare audit-ready schedules and assist with filings, including incurred cost submissions and forward pricing rate proposals, for DCAA & DCMA reviews
• Contribute to month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations, to ensure accurate and timely financial statements
• Generate management reports, contract-level profitability analyses, and cash flow forecasts that provide leadership with insights to drive performance
• Own aspects of vendor and accounts payable processes including vendor setup, invoice review and reconciliation, ensuring efficiency and accuracy
• Audit employee expense reports and credit card transactions to confirm compliance with company policy
• Monitor AP communications and follow up on outstanding invoices or unmatched items to ensure timely payments
• Document, enhance, and standardize accounting processes to support scalability as Firestorm Labs grows
• Support system upgrades or ERP migrations, such as Deltek/Costpoint , and collaborate cross-functionally to streamline reporting and data flow
• Perform ad-hoc projects and accounting tasks as assigned, contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 
• 7+ years progressive accounting experience, preferably in Aerospace and Defense, or Government Contracting
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident (eligibility for a security clearance may be required)
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, FAR, DFARS, and CAS compliance
• Understanding of indirect rate structures and project-based cost allocation
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g., Deltek/Costpoint, Unanet, Netsuite)
• Prof