Senior Accountant

Job Requirements Princeton, NJ Public Trust Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $80,000 - $110,000 Job Description Description SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, Inc., is a dynamic leader in delivering advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense, and we are growing our creative team! We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique world-class data exploitation capabilities.

Important Notice:

SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered. SciTec is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The Senior Accountant will be an essential part of the full-cycle general ledger close while ensuring compliance with both U.S. GAAP and Government Accounting Standards. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between commercial accounting and defense-sector compliance, managing project-based costs, intercompany transactions, and audit readiness in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for SciTec, including the preparation of journal entries and complex account reconciliations Work with the Firefly corporate accounting team to manage intercompany reconciliations with Firefly, ensuring proper elimination and documentation, as well as develop and maintain intercompany billing processes Assist the Firefly technical accounting group with researching and applying relevant accounting standards to SciTec revenue recognition, lease accounting, and other complex areas Document and implement new accounting pronouncements Assist in the preparation and review of financial reporting to management and Firefly, including providing insightful variance analyses and financial commentary Support the external audit process, including providing primary support for quarterly reviews, annual audits and periodic government contract audits (e.g., DCAA/DCMA) Assist in the budgeting and forecasting processes Ensure accounting practices comply with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), as applicable Maintain internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) and support SciTec's implementation of SOX Implement and maintain close-management tools (e.g., FloQast) to streamline the monthly close cycle Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience Solid understanding of

U.S. GAAP

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with project-based ERP systems Excellent analytical, problem solving, communication skills, and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities, constraints, and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth, constantly changing environment Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance Candidates who have one or more of the following qualifications will be preferred CPA or an active pursuit of CPA Prior experience in a publicly traded company and/or a Big 4/National accounting firm At least 1 year in Government Contracting or Defense environment Experience with Deltek CostPoint or similar GovCon-specific ERP software

FAR/DFARS

experience Cost accounting experience Financial reporting experience •Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment. Benefits SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefit package, including: 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match 100% company paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options 80% company paid dental insurance 100% company paid vision insurance 100% company paid life insurance 100% company paid long-term disability insurance 100% company paid hospital indemnity insurance Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance Short-term disability insurance Annual profit-sharing plan Discretionary performance bonus Paid parental leave Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay Flexible work hours The pay range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000/ year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills This is not a guarantee of compensation. SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.

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