Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst

Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst

Kratos is seeking a Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst to join the Corporate team at their San Diego location. This position is an onsite position with the potential for a hybrid work schedule after completing on-site training. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. 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 Summary

The Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst works directly with the Senior Supervisor of Financial Reporting and also supports the Manager, Technical Accounting and Reporting and the Corporate Director of Financial Reporting and Accounting. Coordinates receipt of financial reporting from the Business Unit accounting teams. Actively participates in monthly and quarterly closes to ensure they are done accurately, timely and in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Assist in preparing financial forecast and budget information and compiling company-wide data from business units. Assist team in administering corporate consolidation, lease accounting and equity applications. This position requires the ability to obtain security clearance, if needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in preparation of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules using Longview corporate consolidation tool.
• Propose, prepare and record consolidation journal entries.
• Prepare various month end account reconciliations.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts and work with divisional accounting teams to resolve reconciling items.
• Assist in preparation of SEC filings such as 10-K 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy.
• Maintain lease accounting system, support in lease accounting in compliance with ASC 842 (lease), prepare quarterly lease analysis, and assist Business Unit with any lease related question.
• Work with divisional accounting teams to resolve inconsistencies and resolve problems.
• Assist with the preparation of internal and external financial reports.
• Assist with the preparation of company-wide forecasts, budgets and related analysis as needed.
• Work with corporate and divisional finance personnel in obtaining and compiling data / reports.
• Assist in the preparation of Board of Directors financial presentations
• Maintenance / development of corporate consolidation tool (Longview) and assist in adding functionality and reporting.
• Generate and compile quarterly reports from lease and equity systems as needed.
• Prepare accounting analyses requested by the management team
• Help with Ad hoc requests and special projects.
• Coordinate with internal / external auditor for timely audit support as needed.
• Comply with and document reports and processes supporting SOX internal controls.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related major. Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience (either public / private mix).

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

Office cubical environment Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones) Ability to lift up to 10 pounds

Travel Requirements

Yes, if needed

Job Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage Life / ADD & Short / Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time-Off (PTO) Holidays Education Reimbursement