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Geost, a Rocket Lab Company · 5 months ago

Senior Accountant, General Ledger

Fairfax, VA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Trident Systems is a company that supports DoD, Intelligence Community, and Civil space customers by developing innovative space-based electronic systems. The Senior Accountant, General Ledger will ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance while assisting in daily accounting functions and month-end/year-end closing processes.

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Responsibilities

Oversee daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, general ledger, accounts receivable and bank reconciliations

Perform monthly reconciliations of various G/L accounts to ensure timely and accurate period close; Review team member reconciliations and support associated journal entries

Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP

Lead and support monthly and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and applicable government contract terms (T&M, CPFF, FFP)

Apply and monitor indirect cost rates (Fringe, Overhead, G&A, etc.) in alignment with provisional billing rates and Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)

Assist in preparation of Incurred Cost Submission

Demonstrate the ability to research and support the resolution of variances and discrepancies identified during transaction processing and reconciliations

Assist with the preparation of year-end audit workpapers and tax filings

Reconcile and maintain the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and classified

Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, company policies, and internal controls

Assist in the preparation of tax returns, including sales tax, income tax, and other state and local filings

Ensure that the payroll system and accounting systems are properly integrated and aligned

Assist in the development and implementation of new financial processes

Perform other duties as required or requested by management

Qualification

GAAPAccounting principlesPayroll softwareMicrosoft ExcelTax lawsMicrosoft NavisionAnalytical skillsPayroll certificationsCPA designationOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience/combined education)

At least 6 years of experience in accounting and payroll, with a focus on senior-level responsibilities

Experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP)

Experience with accounting principles, tax laws, and payroll regulations

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software

Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

Microsoft Navision/Business Central experience

Experience with Concur

Payroll certifications (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional) and/or CPA designation are a plus

Benefits

Health benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic life with AD&D

Short term disability

Long term disability

Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet)

Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) (including automatic company contribution)

Tuition reimbursement

Leaves (Parental, pregnancy, and military)

Potential annual bonus

Company

Geost, a Rocket Lab Company

Geost provides affordably elegant solutions to those customers in space protection, missile warning, and ISR requiring small to medium payloads and ground mission processing.

Founded in 2004

Tucson, Arizona, USA

51-200 employees