Category: Finance

Location: Mojave, CA

Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship

Clearance Type: None

Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

Benefits: 100% Paid Benefits and 401k Matching 

Summary:

Founded by legendary aircraft designer Burt Rutan, Scaled Composites is a 40-year-old aerospace company continually working to push boundaries, prove out ideas, and influence the future. We are a rapid prototyping and manufacturing facility, designing, building, and testing proof-of-concept and prototype vehicles. We have flown an average of one new aircraft type per year over our 40-year history such as Proteus, GlobalFlyer, SpaceShipOne, Model 401, and Stratolaunch.

 

Scaled Composites is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

 

Duties and Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Coordinate daily accounting operations in CostpointManage direct reports who support accounting operations, ensuring completion of tasks timely, effectively, and in accordance with quality requirementsOversee team member’s performance and engage in career coaching/development conversationsOversee accounting operations to include financial accounting, accounts payable/receivableAssist with internal and external audits, ensuring accurate and timely responsesReview and approve monthly and quarterly account reconciliationsCollaborate with Assistant Controller and Cost Accountant to identify and implement process improvementsAnalyzes monthly trial balancesDevelop and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard financial integrity and complianceChampion for process automation/improvements - lead implementation effortsEnsure all accounting practices comply with government regulations including GAAP, FAR, and CASRepresents and supports organization on special projects, including system upgrade/implementationsSupport other functions as needed (business management, financial reporting)

Required Qualifications:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with various departmentsProven ability to manage and lead teams effectivelyBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related fieldMinimum 5 years’ experience in accounting management, with a focus on government complianceProficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office SuiteExceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsKnowledge of GAAP/FAR, cost pools/allocations

Preferred Qualifications:

MBA or equivalent experienceProficient with Deltek Costpoint ERPAerospace industry experienceExperience in a rapid development and prototyping environment  

Essential Job Functions:

Requires mobility and the ability to bend and reach May infrequently require lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling materials weighing up to 30 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required; repetitive hand motion (e.g., to operate computer keyboard) Vision at close distances and the ability to adjust focus for prolonged periods (i.e., computer screen)Ability to remain sedentary or stationary for prolonged periods of time Ability to write for extended periods of time Ability to work in an office setting for prolonged periods of timeMay be asked to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down a flight of stairs on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc. Occasional reaching overhead and lifting up to 15 poundsAbility to converse and communicate information with othersOccasional exposure to chemical vapors and/or fumes in low non-hazardous concentrationPotential to climb up and down steps on a daily basisMust be able to read and understand SDS