Assistant Controller - Kratos Defense

Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), a Kratos Turbine Technologies company located in Jupiter Florida is a world-class turbomachinery company, specializing in next-generation technologies for aircraft engines, rocket turbopumps and industrial power equipment and focused on the development and production of small, affordable, high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). FTT with over 4000-man years of turbomachinery expertise and a deep bench of experience in each discipline, FTT has been growing steadily for 24 years.

We provide a one-stop shop with capabilities in design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer and secondary flow, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis and life predictions, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technology division also provides engineering services, testing services, and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion, and industrial power-producing applications. Kratos Defense and Security leverages cross-industry capabilities to deliver innovative, cost-saving solutions for its customers.

FTTs home office is in Jupiter, Florida, where we employ over 250 + engineers and technicians. Additional offices in Derby, UK and Wildau, Germany extend FTTs reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace and provide access to a European supply chain and next generation manufacturing capabilities.

Are you looking for an exciting career with an industry leading turbomachinery / jet engine aerospace engineering company with cutting edge products, unique niche markets and a highly skilled expert workforce? Then you have come to the right place!

FTT is a growing world class turbomachinery company in beautiful Jupiter, Florida USA which employs 250 + engineers and technicians with over 4,000 combined years of aero engine (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery experience.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS

Preparing and consolidating financial statements

Establishing and maintaining internal controls

Managing all aspects of the general ledger

Treasury Management Providing monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses

Coordinating or assisting with the budget process

Researching accounting issues for compliance with GAAP

Analyzing and reporting cost variances

Serving as a liaison to external auditors

Supervising accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accountants

Preparing and/or reviewing appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations

Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; assisting with regulatory reporting

Project Job Cost Accounting

International multicurrency transaction experience

Normally receives minimal instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments.

Uses office-automated systems to input data and generate reports.

Checks and verifies cost accounting, account payable records, prepares invoices and vouchers, types, files, posts ledger and general journal entries, and/or balances accounts payable and accounts receivable records.

Reconcile difficult accounts.

Works on assignments that are difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations.

Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.

Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties.

Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.

Other job duties as assigned.

Keyword: Accounting Controller
Required Experience:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors degree in accounting

5 +years experience with progressive accounting /financial reporting

Federal Government contract accounting experience a plus

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Yes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Good Communications Skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (strong working knowledge of Excel)
• Organized, accurate, detail-oriented and able to prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter.
• Deltek Costpoint or Similar ERP system experience
• Commercial and International Accounting experience a plus
• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and 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.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Office/open cubicle environment.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.