ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace Inc. (“Firefly”) is an American end-to-end space transportation company committed to providing economical and convenient access to space for small payloads through the design, manufacture, and operation of reliable launch and spacecraft vehicles. Firefly’s launch vehicles utilize common technologies, manufacturing infrastructure, and launch capabilities, providing LEO launch solutions for up to ten metric tons of payload. Combined with Firefly’s in-space vehicles, such as the Space Utility Vehicle (SUV) and Blue Ghost Lunar Lander, Firefly provides the space industry with a single source for missions from LEO to the surface of the Moon or beyond. Firefly is headquartered in Cedar Park, TX.

SUMMARY:

The Senior Accounting Manager will play a crucial role in the general ledger close process, U.S. GAAP financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal control requirements. This position requires a hand-on, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have a mix of experience in a public accounting firm and in the industry working in a public company environment. The Accounting Manager will be adept at handling complex accounting tasks.

Job Description

The Senior Accounting Manager will manage a set of accounting activities to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies, and external audits. This person will manage the accounts payable function, monthly closing of accounts, and preparation of reports in support of the financial statements.

The Senior Accounting Manager will report to and work closely with the Controller and others in the organization in analysis and reconciliation of accounts and in development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls.

The ideal candidate possesses leadership capabilities, solid operational and technical accounting background, and works proactively to drive results. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity, and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations, and report preparation
• Participate in the ongoing development and establishment of accounting policies and procedures and operational strategies, including the review and implementation of process and system changes
• Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices
• Participate in strategic financial projects including upgrades and implementation of ERP software and ancillary systems
• Ensure compliance with internal control policies in a SOX environment
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance
• Interacts at all levels and with budget owners or other stakeholders to produce timely, efficient and accurate month-end close and all internal management and financial reporting through annual report
• Responsible for hierarchy and scalability in chart of accounts and accuracy in the general ledger and financial statements and has ultimate authority over classification and booking of all transactions
• Analyze the effect of statutory accounting practices and studies regulations and guidance to ensure correct application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Make recommendations for changes as needed, and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed, and establishes the proper techniques to discover and prevent errors
• Prepare detailed journal entries and account analyses
• Assist with compilation of information for preparation of tax returns
• Work with Audit, Tax, and Treasury Manager to ensure overall coordination of all financial accounting activities through annual report
• Prepare summary feedback of financial statements variances to budget
• Actively review and advise on financial and accounting processes
• Develop and communicate cash flow projections
• Supervise or manage a team of Accountants and Senior Accountants to ensure they're motivated and provided proper support to meet their job duties and responsibilities

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required
• 8 to 10 years of experience of accounting experience, with at least 3 years of team management experience.
• Strong experience using accounting software and data analytics
• Highly-effective team management
• Excellent communication and project management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field a plus
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment