Assistant Controller

Huntington BeachSUMMARY

Karman is currently seeking an individual who shows great leadership skills, critical thinking, and high attention to detail. As the Controller, you will be responsible for the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply withgenerally accepted accounting principlesorinternational financial reporting standards. ABOUT USKarman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industrys most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, VisionCompany Paid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement•

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, and budgeting duties. Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results. Maintains financial staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Support all accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAPAssist Controller with payroll reconciliation and banking transactions as necessaryAnalyze labor charging, material costs, overhead costs, and variancesSupport cashflow management and forecastingEvaluate overhead expenses and produce variance reports to identify discrepanciesConduct monthly gross margin analyses and prepare associated reportsSupport monthly closing activities, including journal entries, variance analyses, project cost revenue accounting (POC), and inventory reportingOptimize and implement

ERP/HRIS

system processesFoster a positive team culture, continuous improvement, and cross-department communicationMonitor, analyze and report on inventory valuation, production and various other costsGenerate reports, provide analysis, and draft thorough responses to support audit requestsProvide ad hoc assistance to Site Management, Corporate, and other functionsReview reporting for trends, investigate abnormalities, and provide recommendations for correctionCollect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future productsValidate inventory cost reportingOperate in a dynamic environment with competing priorities, while maintaining high level of attention to detailSupport Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and documentationComplies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

A bachelors degree in Accounting or similar field. At least 2-3 years of audit experience is required. Ability to observe, receive, and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources. Being able to identify the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. Estimate sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. Use relevant information and individual judgement to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. Proficiency with excel and ERP systems

ASC 606 POC

Revenue Recognition is a plus Ability to read, speak and write in English

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

No travel required for this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment. M-F 8am-5pm