Assistant Controller

Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Controller in Herndon, VA with the following job responsibilities.

• Provide comprehensive financial reporting to senior management and Corporate Accounting, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and established accounting standards.
• Oversee and review general ledger activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, monthly adjusting journal entries, intercompany transactions, commission calculations and accruals, and bank reconciliations.
• Participate in the preparation of the corporate reporting package and effectively utilize the corporate consolidation tool.
• Ensure full compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) internal controls and maintain a strong understanding of governmental and tax regulations impacting the organization.

• Coordinate month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Monitor adherence to established accounting policies and procedures and recommend improvements as needed.
• Collaborate regularly with internal and external auditors, providing required documentation and supporting audit activities.

• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to the general ledger accounting team.
• Ensure team compliance with GAAP and promote continuous learning and professional development.
• Review accounting matters and support research to ensure proper application of accounting standards.

• Participate in testing, implementation, and upgrades of Costpoint accounting software and related financial systems.
• Lead or support special projects related to financial statement integration and reporting for the parent company and other key stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting processes.

• Support the preparation of the annual Incurred Cost Submission and provisional indirect rate submissions to the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA).
• Ensure compliance with government contracting requirements and maintain accurate supporting documentation.

• Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial analyses, including variance explanations and operational insights to support management decision‑making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 10‑12 years of progressive accounting experience, 4 years of supervisory experience preferred
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Willingness to travel once a month to Canada (25% travel requirement)

• CPA certification or MBA
• Experience using Epicor and/or Deltek Costpoint
• Experience in project accounting or government contract accounting
• Experience with manufacturing business

Competitive salary based on experience and education Salary Range: $135,000‑$150,000

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time‑Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

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