Project Account Manager

Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity. 

Our mission: Deliver global omniscience.

To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers to create the solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet’s most pressing needs. We’re helping to create a brand new industry that has never meaningfully existed before.

We are looking for a Project Accounting Manager to join our team. The Project Accounting Manager is primarily responsible for implementing and then maintaining the DCAA compliant accounting system, incorporating an understanding of manufacturing operations and generally accepted accounting practices. In addition, this position will be responsible for project accounting on government contracts. Other duties may be assigned.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

• Comprehensive accounting and forecasting of government programs to ensure appropriate revenue recognition
• Implement and maintain DCAA compliant accounting system including appropriate internal controls
• Manage DCAA audits and compliance including internal controls and allowable/unallowable costs, time tracking, etc.
• Develop cost pools, overhead rates and labor rates for government contracts
• Calculate actual contract costs and record associated journal entries in ERP system
• Maintain financial workbook for revenue recognition on government contracts in accordance with GAAP
• Research variances between actual costs and budgeted costs on government contracts
• Submit invoices for government contracts and ensure payment is collected
• Assist government team with finance related items as needed
• Alert Umbra management in a timely fashion of any issues, constraints, challenges, and/or scheduling conflicts that may arise in completing the assigned task(s).

 

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project accounting including DCAA experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Solid understanding of FAR, DFAR & Indirect Rates
• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance or a related field
• Experience with accounting software
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

 

Desired Qualifications

• CPA certification is a plus
• ERP experience a plus
• Manufacturing experience

 

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
• Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
• 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
• Stock Options

Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.

ITAR/EAR Requirements:

This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S.Department of Commerce as applicable.

Pay Transparency:
This job posting may span more than one career level. To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base ranges for all job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function and level benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by skills, responsibilities and relevant work experience.