Accountant

Amro Fabricating Corporation; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Disability

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Corona, CA is hiring an Accountant to maintain reliable financial records, support month-end close, and improve cost analysis across the business.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 4+ years of accounting experience, and strong Excel/MS Office skills, with the ability to work independently or in a team while protecting data confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting tasks and maintains accurate financial records.
• Creates and posts journal entries and clears bank adjusting entries.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements and SOX checklists.
• Supports month-end close and revenue recognition under ASC 606.
• Coordinates with Contracts and Finance teams to verify contract values.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

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Accountant

Full Time Clerical Corona, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3956

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next‑generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

In this role, you support accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency by maintaining reliable accounting records, performing key reconciliations, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams. Your work ensures compliance with established accounting standards, supports timely month‑end close activities, and contributes to effective revenue recognition and cost analysis across the business.

Responsibilities

• Performs general accounting tasks and maintains accurate financial records.
• Creates and posts journal entries and clears bank adjusting entries.
• Completes monthly bank reconciliations and Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) checklists.
• Reconciles petty cash and verifies company credit card transactions.
• Provides backup support for accounts payable and reconciles Received Not Invoiced (RNI) accounts.
• Sends vendor payment remittances and supports month‑end reporting activities.
• Investigates general ledger (GL) variances to ensure an accurate and timely close.
• Assists with data gathering for cost analysis, including cost validation for percentage of completion (POC).
• Coordinates with Contracts and Finance teams to verify contract values and support revenue recognition under Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 606.
• Updates job status and verifies information in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience.
• Four or more years of experience in accounting practices.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Excellent data entry, analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, stress, and time management skills.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.