Senior Accountant

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a diverse team, the Senior Accounting Lead is responsible for oversight of Honeybee Robotics' accounting function consistent with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). These include performing month-end closing activities, reviewing account reconciliations, and evaluating revenue recognition as well as monitoring project costing. This position will have direct interaction with Finance and Operations leadership in support of Blue Origin's mission.

The Senior Accountant will workclosely with Accounting leadership to ensure adequate accounting procedures and an effective internal controls structure is maintained for compliance with US GAAP and CAS. The key to success in this role is a builder's mentality passionate about driving process improvements and seeking opportunities for automation.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to the highest standards to positively impact human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Oversight of Accounting Business System and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR part 30), Cost Accounting Standards, and GAAP.
• Establish and implement accurate accounting methods, policies, and principles inclusive of a strong internal controls framework. Ensure revenue compliance with ASC 606.
• Drive the day-to-day performance of the accounting team, including accounting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Provide support to Director of Finance in balance sheet and cash budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, contracts, and finance to drive process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with concentration in accounting, finance, or related business field.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and internal controls over financial reporting.
• 8 years experience with project accounting (ASC 606) and facilitating accounting close procedures and other accounting related functions
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired:

• Federal Acquisition Regulations and Government Cost Accounting Standards experience.
• CPA and/or 10 years in a Federally Regulated Contracting Accounting Role.

Compensation Range for:

CO applicants is $106,438.50-$149,013.90;WA applicants is $115,758.00-$162,061.20

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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Location: Times Square, WA, US

Posted Date: 11/30/2024