Accountant I

General Atomics•Poway, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity to work as an Accountant in our Contract Revenue & Cash Accounting department located in Poway, CA. Under general supervision, this position supports the accounting activities associated with contract revenue recognition, cash forecasting, and unbilled receivables. This role assists with journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance with company policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and applicable contract requirements. The position provides an excellent opportunity to build expertise in government contract accounting while partnering with Finance, Contracts, Program Finance, Program Management, Treasury, and external customers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related professional degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Strong knowledge of computer operations and applications and proficiency with spreadsheets.
Ability to understand new concepts quickly; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of difficult problems.

Nice To Haves

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and work effectively in both independent and team environments.
Internship or professional experience in accounting, finance, project accounting, or government contracting.
Exposure to contract revenue accounting, customer billing, cash accounting, or accounts receivable.
Knowledge of GAAP, FAR, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and revenue recognition concepts.
Experience with Cost-Reimbursable, Fixed-Price, Time & Materials (T&M), or Progress Payment contracts.
Experience using SAP preferred, particularly Accounts Receivable, Billing, Revenue, or Cash Management modules.

Responsibilities

Process accounting transactions related to contract revenue, customer billings, cash receipts, unbilled accounts receivable and accounts receivable.
Prepare journal entries and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Review contract documentation to support billing and revenue recognition in accordance with company policy and applicable accounting guidance.
Review customer invoices while ensuring compliance with contract terms, funding limitations, and billing requirements.
Reconcile contract costs, billings, cash receipts, and revenue to the general ledger; research and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor and analyze unbilled revenue, deferred revenue, accounts receivable aging, and cash collections.
Prepare cash forecast for review with stakeholders and senior executives.
Support month-end and quarter-end close by preparing reconciliations, schedules, variance analyses, and supporting documentation.
Analyze financial data, identify trends or exceptions, and recommend corrective actions.
Respond to accounting, billing, and cash application inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with company policies and internal controls.
Assist with process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.