York Space Systems

Accounting Manager

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

$125-150k

Full Time

an hour ago

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Job description

Salary: $125,000-150,000

York Space Systems is seeking an Accounting Manager 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. This is a high-profile role, and you will be expected to progressively take on more roles and responsibilities over time.

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.

Responsibilities

Be a subject matter expert on financial transactions in the new ERP system (Oracle Fusion)
- Take the lead in implementing best-in-class accounting processes in the new ERP system
Be a subject matter expert in project accounting and ensure that all financial transactions in the ERP lead to proper project cost reporting and revenue recognition on a percentage of completion basis
- Coordinate with others to resolve discrepancies between different modules of the ERP system (i.e., inventory, COGS, and accounts payable across multiple locations)
- Support/Lead the re-forecasting of project costs on a regular basis
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
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
Research accounting topics to provide guidance to team
Continuously find ways to improve departmental quality through creating efficiencies, streamlining repetitive processes, and utilizing technology
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 for at least 8 hours a day, Monday-Friday
Working with a great team is rewarding and fun—be prepared to join in team and company activities and have a good time

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or CPA license required
Strong knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant, progressive accounting experience required
Big 4 experience required
Expertise in ERP systems required, expertise in multiple ERP systems a plus, ERP implementation experience a plus, Oracle experience a plus
Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and other software programs available to maximize efficiency required
Knowledge of accounting for a manufacturing environment preferred
Intercompany accounting experience preferred
Ability to prioritize workload, and meet multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment with little to no supervision required
Ability to be self-motivated and able to accomplish tasks with minimal guidance 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
Customer service attitude when working with people required

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.