Accountant Level 1

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$72,000 Per Year
SKILLS
10-key (Tenkey) Numeric Keypad, Accounting, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Billing, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Corporate Policies, Data Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Systems, Financial Transactions, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Requirements, Local Tax, Maintain Compliance, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Records Management, Reporting Skills, Revenue Growth, Revenue Recognition, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Security Clearance, State Tax, Tax Reporting
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

Kratos is seeking an Accountant, level 1, to join the Corporate team at their San Diego location.Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.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. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions always striving to do the right thing.Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.GENERAL JOB SUMMARYDevelops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Revenue Reconciliation, Manufacturing, etc. Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations. Balances books and prepares profit and loss, cash flow, income and balance sheet statements. Monitors and develops monthly reports of revenues and expenditures for projects. Provides record of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions. May prepare federal, state and local reports and tax schedules. May assist in the setup of processes and procedures that properly capture, track and report revenue, including deferred revenue, in accordance with the company revenue recognition policy. May generate revenue reports for internal and/or external use. May interpret reports and records for managers/stakeholders. May be involved in reviewing, tracking and maintaining billing information in the financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and other accounting regulations. This position requires the ability to obtain security clearance, if needed.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSLearns to use professional concepts.Applies knowledge and basic problem-solving techniques to define and resolve problems.Determines a course of action based on guidelines.Works on problems of limited scope.Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.Work is reviewed periodically based on a set of defined procedures or precedence.Normally receives general instruction on work and new assignments.Develops stable working relationships internally.Exchanges standard/basic information with colleagues and immediate supervisor, project leaders and other professionals in the team/group.Other job duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYNoneKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESPossess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills. Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements. Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies. Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more. Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job. Ability to obtain security clearance, if needed.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCERequires Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related major.WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOffice cubical environmentAbility to stand and sit for long periods of timeAbility to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)Ability to lift up to 10 poundsTRAVEL REQUIREMENTSNoneSalary range $70K-$72K#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTOS) is a specialized Technology Company providing mission critical products, solutions and services for United States National Security. Kratos' core capabilities are sophisticated engineering, manufacturing and system integration offerings for National Security platforms and programs. Kratos' areas of expertise include Command, Control, Communications, Computing, Combat and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems, satellite communications, electronic warfare, unmanned systems, hypersonic systems, directed and high power energy systems, electromagnetic railgun, missile defense, cyber warfare, cybersecurity, information assurance, and critical infrastructure security. Kratos has primarily an engineering and technically oriented work force of approximately 3,100. Substantially all of Kratos' work is performed on a military base, in a secure facility or at a critical infrastructure location.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
WEBSITE
http://www.kratosdefense.com/