Senior Accountant

Kratos Unmanned Systems; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Unmanned Systems in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Senior Accountant to manage the general ledger, monthly close, and financial reporting in a government contracting, AS9100-regulated manufacturing environment. This role uses Deltek Costpoint and collaborates with the VP of Finance, Cost Analyst, PMO, and cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong GAAP fundamentals, cost accounting expertise, budgeting and forecasting capabilities, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• GAAP and FAR/DFARS knowledge required.
• Experience with government contracting accounting, cost accounting and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting operations including GL, AP, AR and cost accounting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements.
• Coordinate the month-end close and journal entries for accuracy and compliance.
• Support budgets, indirect rate projections and annual audits.
• Assist in audits and respond to auditor inquiries as needed.
• Participate in quarterly forecasting and financial reporting updates.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

FAR/DFARS knowledge

SBA & GSA knowledge

Deltek Costpoint proficiency

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Cost accounting

Project accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Independent work

Team collaboration

ITAR awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

ERP systems

Job description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing and performing key accounting activities that support accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting across TDI operations. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, managing the monthly close process, preparing and reviewing account reconciliations, analyzing financial activity and ensuring that accounting records accurately reflect the Companyis operational and financial activities.

The Senior Accountant operates in a government contracting and AS9100-regulated manufacturing environment and is responsible for maintaining accurate, traceable, and audit-ready financial records. The position utilizes Deltek Costpoint and works closely with the VP of Finance, Cost Analyst, PMO, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Quality and other functional areas.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgement, analytical and problem-soling skills, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage significant accounting responsibilities. Experience in government contracting, Costpoint, manufacturing, aerospace or defense is highly desirable.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and cost accounting activities; and provide hands-on support during periods of peak activity or staff absences.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements.
• Prepare 13-week cash forecast, providing financial input regarding payment timing and adjustments to support effective cash-flow management.
• Coordinate the month-end closing process, ensuring timely completion of accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries for accuracy and compliance prior to approval.
• Support the VP Finance and in the preparation of budgets and indirect rate projections.
• Provide support related to annual financial audits, preparation of provisional billing rates and other auditor inquiries, as needed.
• Participate in the preparation of quarterly forecasting, monthly financial reporting and other financial status updates, as needed.
• Participate in meetings and coordinate ad hoc deliverables to support business operations and organizational objectives.

Continuous Improvement

• Support improvements to financial workflows, reporting, and system utilization
• Assist in automation and standardization of accounting processes
• Incorporate lessons learned into accounting practices and controls

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• No direct supervisory responsibility
• Works under direction of the VP Finance

Keyword: GAAP, FAR/DFARS, financial reporting, general ledger, Costpoint, account reconciliations, cash forecasting, financial analysis, budgets, indirect rates, audit support, manufacturing accounting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Required

• Working knowledge of GAAP, FAR/DFARS, SBA, & GSA
• Advanced computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Ability to effectively prepare and present financial information and analysis to management
• Experience supporting accounting and/or finance operations within a government contracting environment, including financial reporting, cost accounting, project accounting and financial forecasting.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and collaborating effectively in a team setting.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and proficiency with financial calculations are required to successfully perform the responsibilities of this position
• Ability to manage sensitive and export-controlled information (ITAR awareness)

Preferred

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or a comparable project-based ERP
• Experience with government travel regulations, including knowledge of allowable and unallowable expenses in accordance with applicable contract requirements
• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace or defense industry
• Knowledge of inventory accounting, WIP, standard costing and manufacturing variances
• Experience supporting DCAA, DCMA, customer, internal or external audits
• Experience with accounting process automation, reporting tools or data analytics

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required

• Bacheloris degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger, financial close, account reconciliations and financial reporting

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Primarily office-based with frequent interaction across Finance, Programs and operational functions.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Occasional interaction with production, warehouse and inventory areas
• Ability to sit, stand, walk and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to perform routine office-related activities and use standard office equipment

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimal travel, generally less than 10%, as required by business needs

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY.i THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES.

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