What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Accountant position at Ursa Major?
The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Our accounting team is growing and looking to add a senior technical accountant to the team. The ideal candidate is a public accounting senior looking for a transition into industry. This is a hands-on role with great exposure to leadership. This role will work closely with our external auditors and will work cross functionally in maturing our processes in several areas of the business.
Responsibilities
Classification: Full-time Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Our accounting team is growing and looking to add a senior technical accountant to the team. The ideal candidate is a public accounting senior looking for a transition into industry. This is a hands-on role with great exposure to leadership. This role will work closely with our external auditors and will work cross functionally in maturing our processes in several areas of the business.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the timely preparation and review of SEC compliant financial information
- Prepare monthly journal entries for revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606
- Draft technical analyses over inventory costing including work centers and overhead allocations
- Assist in evaluating accounting and financial reporting considerations for accounting topics including revenue, intangible assets, equity transactions, stock-based compensation, and business combinations
- Collaborate with key business partners across the company including Legal, Finance, and Engineering, to understand accounting implications of new agreements or transactions
- Develop and maintain process documentation and an internal controls matrix
- Other ad hoc analyses and long-term projects as requested
- 3 years of experience in public accounting
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
- Technical familiarity with revenue recognition, cost accounting, and stock-based compensation
- Comfortability in researching technical accounting matters and preparing technical accounting memorandums and presentations
- Experience with reviewing contracts and evaluating accounting implications
- Advanced excel skills including pivot tables, Vlookups, and data analysis
- Self-starter able to drive projects towards completion amidst tight deadlines and turnarounds
- Detail oriented, strong documentation and organization skills
- Have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- CPA preferred
- MACC or MBA preferred
- Manufacturing and/or Aerospace & Defense industry experience
- EGC/Public Company experience
- IPO experience
Classification: Full-time Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
- Equity Grants in the Company
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.
Salary : $100,000 - $114,000