Senior Accountant — GAAP Expert, Audit-Ready Finances

Cypress HCM; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing startup in aerospace/defense is looking for a Senior Accountant to manage transactional accounting and ensure financial accuracy. The role includes leading the month-end close process, maintaining the general ledger, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. Candidates should have 7+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with proficiency in ERP systems like Unanet. Compensation ranges from $110k to $125k annually.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in aerospace/defense or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, FAR, DFARS, and CAS.
• Must be a U.S. citizen able to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own and operate the full transactional accounting lifecycle.
• Lead the monthly close process ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure timely and accurate revenue and cost recognition.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Advanced Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Unanet

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

A fast-growing startup in aerospace/defense is looking for a Senior Accountant to manage transactional accounting and ensure financial accuracy. The role includes leading the month-end close process, maintaining the general ledger, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. Candidates should have 7+ years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with proficiency in ERP systems like Unanet. Compensation ranges from $110k to $125k annually.