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National security space is shifting to proliferated constellations, creating compounding demand for exactly what we build.\nIf you want to do the most important work of your career at a company where One, Trust, and Bold are a way of life, Rocketdyne is your place.\nThe Role\nThe Lead General Ledger Accountant will play a central role in the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Rocketdyne’s financial reporting. This position sits at the heart of our month-end close and consolidation processes, ensuring that the financial data powering decisions across the business is reliable and aligned with GAAP.\nYou will lead complex close activities, support consolidation accounting, manage high-risk accounts, and implement process improvements that enhance the speed and quality of financial reporting. This role requires strong Oracle experience, extensive general ledger expertise, and deep familiarity with corporate accounting processes. 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