Job Details

Staff Accountant

Location: Playa Vista, California (full time, on-site)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join our growing team. This role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations, including bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable processing, and assisting with monthly close activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, accuracy, and organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 2-4 years of accounting experience (preferably in a corporate or startup environment).
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar).
• Strong Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated self-starter who works well collaboratively

Responsibilities:

• Prepare journal entries for review/approval.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• A/P: Monitor and help process vendor purchase orders, invoices and employee expense reports.
• A/R: Support collections and customer billing, including revenue recognition tracking.
• Experience with ERP software (e.g., QuickBooks Advanced, BILL, Brex) to process transactions and generate reports.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed.

Additional Skills or Expertise (a plus, but not required)

• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or government contracting industries
• ERP use and implementation experience

Compensation:

• $75,000 - $95,000, Salary may vary with experience
• Incentive Equity (Stock Options)
• Annual Performance-Based Bonus
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401k with Company match
• Subsidized daily catered lunch, snacks and coffee

You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State