Cost Accountant II

JPL/NASA • Pasadena, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.
Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.
We are seeking a motivated and analytical individual that can work well, both independently and in a team environment, to serve as Cost Accountant II in our Cost Accounting Group. This unique opportunity is part of the Accounting and Contracts Division (ACD), which supports the exploration and innovation of the laboratory's missions by performing professional accounting work. This position requires knowledge of the theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining, and analyzing the data and records of financial transactions to guarantee compliance to the prime contract, various regulatory provisions and maintaining the integrity of JPL's financials. ACD's functions encompass Enterprise Accounting Services, Travel and Invoice Management, and Contracts. Our Division ensures that the finance and accounting policy and procedures of the laboratory are efficient, effective and compliant with relevant regulations so that JPL can "Dare Mighty Things". We pride ourselves on providing innovative solutions to overcome business challenges facing JPL on a regular basis. Our collaborative teaming approach ensures us a unique window into the amazing work being accomplished at JPL.
As a Cost Accountant II, you will conduct timely and relevant analysis of accounting transactions for business operations, support internal and external audits, troubleshoot inquiries, and provide reports as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of related experience; Master's degree in similar disciplines with a minimum of 1 year of related experience or PhD with ) years of related experience.
• Broad knowledge in related fields of: Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex issues.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, set priorities, and work well with management and other team members.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of applicable industry and/or academic practices and standards in Accounting.
• Broad knowledge of Federal Government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
• Broad knowledge of Aerospace, Non-profit or Higher Education accounting practices.
• Experience working with an integrated financial system.

Responsibilities

• Process and review accounting transactions interfaced to Projects for accuracy and resolve issues
• Prepare and process complex accounting transactions for various business processes
• Prepare and identify discrepancies in various reconciliation processes
• Process material transfer and cost transfer requests
• Participate in Property Administration activities, including material, CWIP, real property, and reporting of data to NASA
• Participate in charging practices team, reviewing charging requests from JPL community
• Support customer inquiries and provide training of processes/tools as required
• Support internal/external audits related to projects & property accounting
• Support strategic initiatives that align with ACD’s mission/visions and other ad hoc assignments
• Develop internal process documentations or desk procedures

Benefits

• JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date.
• For further benefits information click Benefits and Perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level