Staff Accountant

Socket.dev; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AEVEX in Solana Beach, CA, is seeking a Staff Accountant to perform month-end close, reconcile accounts, and support financial statement preparation. You will handle bank reconciliations, intercompany entries, and ad hoc analyses while ensuring GAAP compliance and internal controls.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in government contracting; experience with Unanet/Deltek is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3 years of full‑cycle accounting experience with emphasis on General Ledger.
• Government contracting or defense industry experience a plus.
• Unanet, Deltek or other ERP systems experience required.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) experience required.
• BlackLine software experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations and track weekly cash postings.
• Perform month-end close duties including recurring tasks, journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain subledgers and amortization schedules.
• Research and reconcile discrepancies for assigned account reconciliations.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and prepare monthly elimination entries.
• Record deposits and customer payments.
• Monitor accounting transactions to be following GAAP, DFARS and company policy.
• Support financial statement preparation and account fluctuation analysis.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Assist with developing and improving accounting policies, guidelines and internal controls.
• Maintain documentation and procedures in accordance with company policy.
• Analyze data and create ad hoc reports as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Unanet

Deltek

Microsoft Office

BlackLine

Job description

Utilizing hands‑on accounting experience and an in‑depth understanding of accounting principles and company practices, our Staff Accountant performs a wide range of accounting activities and financial analysis including month end activities, reporting and various reconciliations.

Essential Functions

• Perform bank reconciliations and track weekly cash postings.
• Perform month‑end close duties including recurring tasks, journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain subledgers and amortization schedules.
• Research and reconcile discrepancies for assigned account reconciliations.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and prepare monthly elimination entries.
• Record deposits and customer payments.
• Monitor accounting transactions to be following GAAP, DFARS and company policy.
• Support financial statement preparation and account fluctuation analysis
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Assist with developing and improving accounting policies, guidelines and internal controls.
• Maintain documentation and procedures in accordance with company policy.
• Analyze data and create ad hoc reports as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance- U.S. Citizenship required.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Familiarity with DFARS a plus.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work in a fast‑paced and deadline‑oriented environment.
• Ability to work individually and with other team members with minimum supervision.
• Must be detail‑oriented with excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline required

Experience

• 3 years of full‑cycle accounting experience with emphasis on General Ledger
• Government Contracting or defense industry experience a plus
• Unanet, Deltek or other ERP systems experience required
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) experience required
• BlackLine software experience a plus

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is: Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment Constantly required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Salary Range

The Company provides a reasonable range of compensation. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this position is for the listed location only.

$80,000 — $100,000 USD

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full‑spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company’s capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission‑system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.