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Aerospace, Satellite Manufacturing, Defense, Space Technology

Accountant

Irvine, CAOnsiteFull Time$70,000–$85,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • U.S. Person

Nice to have

  • cost analytics
  • program management
  • procurement
  • cost estimating

Role summary

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Accountant to process, verify, and reconcile financial transactions, support month-end close activities, and contribute to the efficiency of the Accounting department. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable, performing cost analytics, reconciling inventory, processing employee expense reports, and providing financial reports to management. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2-4 years of experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics 365. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage responsibilities independently while meeting deadlines with accurate execution.

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Accountant to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Sr. Accounting Manager, the Accountant will be responsible for processing, verifying, and reconciling financial transactions, supporting month‑end close activities, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the Accounting department.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Process, verify, and reconcile invoices to ensure timely and accurate payments.
  • Charge expenses to appropriate general ledger accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoices and expense reports.
  • Support month-end close by reconciling inventory to the general ledger and preparing inventory and cost reports.
  • Perform cost analytics for purchased and manufactured materials and services across multiple cost objects.
  • Act as a liaison between Manufacturing, Accounting, Program Finance, Program Management, Procurement, and Cost Estimating.
  • Pay vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, verifying tax identification information, preparing payments, and resolving PO, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies.
  • Process employee expense reports and verify supporting documentation.
  • Reconcile vendor accounts by reviewing monthly statements and related transactions.
  • Provide weekly reports to management on unpaid invoices and cash balances.
  • Maintain accounting ledgers and perform general ledger reconciliations.
  • Uphold the integrity and confidentiality of accounting files and records.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support department objectives.
  • Required Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • 2–4 years of accounting experience required.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 required.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Demonstrated track record of meeting deadlines with accurate execution.
  • Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to manage responsibilities independently once trained.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices related to accounts payable and general ledger functions.
  • Must be a U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations.
  • Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

    Salary Range$70,000—$85,000 USD

    Full-time positions only:

    Benefits

  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave
  • About Terran Orbital

    Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

    Physical Demands

    An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

    Work Environment

    The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

    Disclaimers

    To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

    Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

    If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

    Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

    And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.

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