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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 1 day ago

Senior Accountant

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is a leading turbomachinery and jet engine aerospace engineering company. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for preparing and reviewing ledger entries, maintaining the general ledger system, and preparing financial statements while ensuring compliance with GAAP.

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Responsibilities

Preparing and/or reviewing appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations
Maintaining the general ledger system
Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; assisting with regulatory reporting
Researching accounting issues for compliance with GAAP
Analysis & problem solving
Project Job Cost Accounting
Project Reporting
Project Billing
Normally receives minimal instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments
Uses office-automated systems to input data and generate reports
Checks and verifies cost accounting, account payable records, prepares invoices and vouchers, types, files, posts ledger and general journal entries, and/or balances accounts payable and accounts receivable records
Reconcile difficult accounts
Works on assignments that are difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations
Other job duties as assigned

Qualification

GAAP knowledgeIFRS knowledgeDeltek CostpointFinancial reportingAdvanced ExcelPrioritizeDetail-orientedSelf-starterEffective communication

Required

Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS
International multicurrency transaction experience
Organized, accurate, detail-oriented and able to prioritize
Must be a highly motivated self-starter
Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties
Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements
Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies
Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment and changes, and more
Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
5+ years experience with progressive accounting/financial reporting
Experienced in Deltek Costpoint or Similar ERP system
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (strong working knowledge of Excel)

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement

Company

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions provides mission critical engineering, IT services, and war fighter solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$943.8M
Key Investors
United States Air Force
2025-06-25Post Ipo Equity· $556M
2025-04-17Grant· $30M
2024-02-22Post Ipo Equity· $288M

Leadership Team

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Eric DeMarco
President and CEO
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Ben Goodwin
SVP,Corporate Development & Government Affairs
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