Staff Accountant

Karman Space & Defense•West Valley City, UT

11d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

As a Staff Accountant at Karman Space & Defense, you will support accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency by maintaining reliable accounting records, performing reconciliations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role helps ensure compliance with accounting standards, supports timely month-end close activities, and contributes to revenue recognition and cost analysis across the business. This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees. The essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience.
One to two years of experience in accounting practices.
Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
Strong data entry, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, stress management, and time management skills.
Demonstrated sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must meet U.S. person status requirements under U.S. export control laws.

Responsibilities

Perform general accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records.
Create and post journal entries and clear bank adjusting entries.
Complete monthly bank reconciliations and SOX compliance checklists.
Reconcile petty cash accounts and verify company credit card transactions.
Provide backup support for accounts payable activities and reconcile Received Not Invoiced (RNI) accounts.
Support vendor payment remittances and month-end reporting activities.
Investigate general ledger variances to support an accurate and timely financial close.
Assist with cost analysis activities, including cost validation for percentage of completion (POC).
Coordinate with Contracts and Finance teams to verify contract values and support revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
Update and verify job status information within the ERP system.