Virgin Galactic is seeking a Staff Accountant to join the team. The primary role for the Staff Accountant will be to provide Accounting support for both the finance team and a broad range of teammate “customers” who rely on timely and accurate accounting support and financial information. The individual will perform a flexible range of activities. This role will be responsible for performing a portion of the monthly accounting close process and select financial reporting. We are seeking an individual who is pro-active, self-directed and possesses an atypical high quality bar for themselves. If you’re the type of person who obsesses over details and thrives in a collaborative, fast–paced start up environment, Virgin Galactic may be the place for you. The position resides in our Las Cruces, NM facility.
- Prepare journal entries complete with necessary supporting documentation and schedules
- Prepare account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis
- Review and record daily cash transactions to the appropriate general ledger accounts
- Assist in performing technical accounting research to determine appropriate treatment for a variety of transactions under US GAAP & IFRS
- Prepare supporting schedules for use in financial statements and footnote disclosures.
- Assist in providing critical financial information to other teammates within and outside of Finance
- Assist in coordinating the annual financial statement audit and working with our external auditors on various accounting issues as needed
- Assist in the continued implementation and development of our Oracle ERP
- Perform data extractions and prepare reports to support financial statements
- Assist in general process improvements and process documentation for all facets of the accounting cycle as well as the continued development and documentation of our accounting policies and procedures
- Cultivate internal relations at all levels by providing support and a high level of customer service
- Perform various projects such as research, special projects & analysis as needed
- Ad hoc projects as directed
Requires Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA or CPA eligible is a plus
- Minimum 1 year public accounting preferred, or mix of public and private experience
- Strong financial analysis skills
- Possess strong knowledge of accounting rules or the ability to perform research to properly interpret and determine the appropriate accounting treatment for common transactions
- Demonstrated experience with accounting systems and practices. Oracle experience a plus
- Ability to present and explain financial data and analysis to both finance and non-finance audiences
- Strong time management skills essential; Flexible with the ability to multitask
- Proficiency in all MS Office applications, especially Excel
- Must be inquisitive and able to solve problems creatively
- Exemplary written and oral communication skills required
- Creative and proactive, with a keen eye for detail and shows initiative to solve problems and deliver solutions
- Ability to work under pressure and with ‘on the spot’ priority situations in a quick and effective manner
- Able to learn quickly and grasp the project and operational details
- Willingness and ability to travel if required (minimal)
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The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $67,500.00–$97,950.00. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. For more information regarding Virgin Galactic benefits, please visit https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits
Who We Are
Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. We are making the dream of space travel a reality, delivering spaceflight at an unprecedented frequency, with the development of next generation space vehicles.
Export Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. See list here.
EEO Statement
Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Virgin Galactic is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace. All applicants post offer and active teammates are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident related drug and alcohol testing.
PHOENIX EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon you obtaining and maintaining a TSA authorized security badge. This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA, and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.
