Accounting Manager
Loft Orbital
Accounting & Finance, Sales & Business Development
Golden, CO, USA
Posted on Oct 17, 2024
About Loft
Loft Federal is dedicated to providing the US national security space community with a rapid, affordable, and simplified pathway to orbit. We are a US-incorporated, wholly-owned subsidiary of Loft Orbital Solutions, Inc.
At Loft, we empower our team members with autonomy and ownership to tackle significant challenges, all while fostering a close-knit and supportive team environment. We believe that diversity, community, and inclusivity are the cornerstones of an open culture. We place significant value on kind, supportive, and team-oriented comrades with phenomenal problem-solving and communication skills.
Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us?
We are thrilled to announce a job opening for an Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team. As a key player in our finance department, you will be instrumental in steering and executing the company's financial strategy with precision and proficiency.
Mission Objectives
- Lead the accounting function, establishing process and developing the organization to deliver high quality financials.
- Prepare internal and external financial statements.
- Implement accounting processes, including the adoption of FAR principles.
- Coordinate, assist and respond to the external auditors during year-end audits.
- Run the monthly close process, including preparation or review of journal entries, lease accounting, trend analysis, and account reconciliations.
- Research and prepare technical accounting memos supporting impact of new or legacy accounting and reporting developments relevant to the company.
- Review contracts to identify any accounting impacts and confirm accounting treatment.
- Assist with the establishment, documentation, and maintenance of company accounting policies and internal controls.
- Provide ad-hoc financial support for information requests and company projects.
Mission Mandates
- Open to acquiring a DoD Secret clearance is required.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance is required.
Mission Credentials
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field of study (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education).
- Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP.
- Proven leadership abilities inclusive of hiring, successful change management, accountability, training, and conducting yearly reviews.
- Ability to draft technical accounting memos.
- Ability to assess the accounting for complex transactions through technical research.
- Extensive Microsoft Excel experience.
- Proficiency with accounting within ERP.
- Excellent communication skills: written, verbal & presentation.
- Typically 2 - 4 years of relevant leadership or accounting management experience.
- NetSuite system proficiency.
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Working knowledge of FAR, DFAR, and CAS.
Per Colorado law, we are required to disclose the base compensation range for this role. This range is intentionally wide as we assess individuals based on their unique abilities and experience to find the best fit for our needs. Ultimately, your compensation will be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, you will find a truly remarkable culture guided by transparency and collaboration and work that is challenging and meaningful. We can't wait to meet you and see what you may add to our team!
Salary Range
$132,000—$178,000 USD
Posting Statement
Loft Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy.
If you require assistance due to a disability applying for an open position, please submit a request to us at recruiting@loftfederal.com.
Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t ‘check all the boxes'. We welcome all.
No outside recruiters, please.
Loft Federal does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes and will not pay any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Loft Federal.
