Description:
At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an exciting opportunity in Colorado Springs, CO or REMOTE for an Assistant Controller. This role will include the following responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Provide comprehensive financial reporting to senior management and Corporate Accounting, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and established accounting standards.
- Oversee and review general ledger activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, monthly adjusting journal entries, intercompany transactions, commission calculations and accruals, and bank reconciliations.
- Participate in the preparation of the corporate reporting package and effectively utilize the corporate consolidation tool.
- Ensure full compliance with Sarbanes?Oxley (SOX) internal controls and maintain a strong understanding of governmental and tax regulations impacting the organization.
Accounting Operations & Oversight
- Coordinate month?end and year?end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Monitor adherence to established accounting policies and procedures and recommend improvements as needed.
- Collaborate regularly with internal and external auditors, providing required documentation and supporting audit activities.
- Prepare weekly cash forecasts and approve weekly check runs.
Team Leadership & Technical Guidance
- Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to the general ledger accounting team.
- Ensure team compliance with GAAP and promote continuous learning and professional development.
- Review accounting matters and support research to ensure proper application of accounting standards.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Participate in testing, implementation, and upgrades of Costpoint accounting software and related financial systems.
- Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting processes.
Regulatory & Government Contracting Support
- Support the preparation of the annual Incurred Cost Submission and provisional indirect rate submissions to the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA).
- Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
- Assist in managing and responding to DCAA audit requests.
Experience And Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Sccounting, Finance, or related field
- 10-12 years of progressive accounting experience, 4 years of supervisory experience preferred
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Preferred Skills And Experience
- CPA certification or MBA
- Experience using Deltek Costpoint
- Experience in project accounting or government contract accounting; including cost pools and indirect rates
- Experience with DCAA audits