York Space Systems

Senior Accountant

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

$105-115k

Full Time

an hour ago

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Job description

Salary: $105,000-115,000

About York

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next-generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, it is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in both end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms.

York Space Systems is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our finance team based in our Greenwood Village office. You will have the unique opportunity to partner across functions to support York’s growth and success.

Responsibilities

Assist with all elements of the financial close process to ensure a timely close including:
- Preparation of month-end journal entries
- Preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations
- Preparation of variance analyses
- Preparation of management reporting
Primary area of focus to start will be payroll accounting and its associated reporting
- Facilitate the collection of time cards in ERP system
  - Spearhead the transition to time card reporting in payroll system
- Reconcile payroll reporting
- Allocate payroll expense to projects
- Provide management reporting for payroll expense, timecard reporting, and headcount
Support implementing best-in-class practices for accounting processes as we transition to a new ERP system
- Fully train on current ERP and new ERP system
- Support the implementation of new ERP system
  - Focus on integration with payroll system to create efficiencies
Coordinate with others to resolve discrepancies between different modules of the ERP system (i.e., inventory, COGS, and accounts payable across multiple locations)
- Determine the root cause, and consider corrective actions
Actively participate and contribute to all required audits, management & investor reporting, and tax filings so that they are completed by established deadlines
- Investigate and resolve audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance
Continuously find ways to improve departmental quality through creating efficiencies, streamlining repetitive processes, and utilizing technology
Cross train to be back up for teammates when they are out of office
Perform other accounting duties and support finance team members as required or assigned

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Typical office conditions
Expected to work on site, at least 8 hours a day

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant, progressive accounting experience required
Expertise in ERP systems required, multiple ERP systems a plus, ERP implementation experience a plus
Experience with payroll accounting and project-based accounting preferred
Knowledge of accounting for a manufacturing environment preferred
Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and other software programs available to maximize efficiency required
Strong knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required
Ability to prioritize workload, and meet multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment with little to no supervision required
Detail orientation and problem-solving skills required
Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate successfully with people at many levels within the company required
CPA license a plus
Big 4 accounting experience a plus

York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in US. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.