Senior Accountant IV

Firefly Aerospace•Cedar Park, TX

About The Position

The Senior Accountant plays a crucial role in the general ledger close process, U.S. GAAP financial reporting, and compliance with internal control requirements. The position calls for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of accounting principles who can work independently and collaboratively. The ideal candidate has relevant experience and a strong work ethic, is open to learning, and can adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with a SOX-compliant environment is important. The role supports month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities; preparation of financial statements and other reporting; internal control documentation, testing, and remediation; technical accounting research; audit support; ad hoc analysis and special projects; and collaboration with other departments. Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company headquartered in north Austin, Texas. U.S. Government space technology export regulations apply: candidates must meet the stated U.S. citizenship, residency, protected-individual, or authorization eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas.
Ability to use ERP systems.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, to conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience at a publicly traded company, a manufacturing company, and/or a public accounting firm; Big 4 or national firm experience auditing public clients is preferred.
Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle.
Experience with close automation software such as FloQast.
Experience with travel and expense modules such as Navan or Concur.
CPA designation or active pursuit of a CPA.

Responsibilities

Participate in and help lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to meet internal and external reporting deadlines, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Assist in preparing timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, support internal financial reporting, and help meet external reporting requirements and disclosure obligations.
Ensure compliance with internal control over financial reporting requirements; assist with documenting, testing, and remediating internal controls.
Research and document technical accounting issues and help ensure proper application of accounting pronouncements and company policies.
Prepare schedules and provide support for internal and external audits.
Perform ad hoc financial analysis and participate in special projects as assigned.
Collaborate with departments such as FP&A, Operations, and Legal to ensure accurate financial information and support business needs.