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Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.\nOur success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.\nWe are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.\nAbout the Role\nThe Principal Accountant role is a highly experienced and skilled senior-level position responsible for managing and maintaining financial records, preparing complex financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations. This role requires deep knowledge of accounting principles, project accounting, and revenue recognition, as well as the ability to mentor and coach junior accountants. The role involves verifying the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts, reconciling to the general ledger, and utilizing exceptional skills with accounting software tools and MS Excel for financial analysis and reporting.In this role, you will lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including accruals and intercompany transactions, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. You will conduct in-depth financial analysis and provide insights to senior management to support strategic decision-making. Developing, implementing, and enhancing internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance procedures will be a key responsibility. As a subject matter expert, you will address complex accounting issues, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, and other technical topics. You will lead audit processes by coordinating with internal and external auditors, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements. Mentoring and training accounting staff, you will provide leadership and expertise to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial processes. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, and operations, you will optimize financial processes and reporting. Staying updated on changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices, you will proactively adapt accounting policies to ensure compliance. Utilizing exceptional skills with accounting software tools and Microsoft Excel, you will perform detailed financial analysis and reporting. Applying solid knowledge and understanding of project accounting and revenue recognition principles, you will support accurate and transparent financial management. Additionally, you will perform other accounting-related duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the accounting team.\nAbout You\nOur mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in this critical mission.\nWe’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nRequires Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).\nTypically 5+ years of related experience.\nDeep and complete knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).\nExceptional skills with accounting software tools and MS Excel.\nSolid knowledge and understanding of project accounting and revenue recognition principles.\nAbility to provide effective coaching and mentoring to junior accountants.\nExperience in preparing journal entries, accounting reconciliations, and with the month-end close.\nExcellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.\nAbility to work independently and within a team.\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills.\nExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.\nAbility to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nCertification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA).\nPublic accounting experience.\nPublic company experience.\nAerospace industry experience.\nFamiliarity with SAP.\nExperience with financial reporting and other accounting activities.\nCompensation:\nPay Range:\n$138,626.00 - $190,631.75Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.\nElevate Your Career\nAt Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.\nWe also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.\nSierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.\nApplication Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.\nPlease note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.\nSierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. 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