Financial Controller

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career with a leading turbomachinery and jet engine aerospace engineering company? At Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), we’re not just about cutting-edge products; we’re about shaping the future of aerospace innovation. If you’re looking for a workplace that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and expertise, you’ve found your home!

Located in the stunning setting of Jupiter, Florida, FTT is a growing world-class turbomachinery company with a vibrant team of over 300 engineers and technicians, bringing together more than 4,000 years of combined experience in aerospace (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery. For 25 years, we’ve been at the forefront of next-generation technologies, specializing in rocket turbopumps, aircraft engines, and high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

At FTT, we offer a comprehensive suite of services including design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technologies division also provides innovative engineering services, testing, and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion, and industrial power applications.

With additional offices in Derby, UK, and Wildau, Germany, we proudly extend our reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace, enhancing our access to cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and a robust supply chain.

Our parent company, Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, empowers us to leverage cross-industry capabilities, delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions that benefit our customers.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

We have an immediate opening for a Financial Controller to join our team in our Jupiter, Florida office. The Controller will be responsible for overseeing accounting/financial operations, management of accounting staff, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting in compliance with corporate and government requirements. This position requires a minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, with a full understanding of government accounting practices. If applicable, relocation assistance will be offered for this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares and consolidates financial statements.
• Establishes and maintains internal controls.
• Supervises accounts receivable, accounts payable, general accountants, and assistant controller.
• Manages all aspects of the general ledger.
• Treasury management.
• Provides monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses.
• Coordinates or assists with the budget process.
• Interaction with Government Agency Audits.
• Working with Government Rates, Allocated Costs, and Cost Pools.
• Research accounting issues for compliance with GAAP.
• Analyzes and reports cost variances.
• Serves as a liaison to external auditors.
• Prepares and/or reviews appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, assisting with regulatory reporting.
• Project job cost accounting.
• Receives minimal instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments.
• Uses office-automated systems to input data and generate reports.
• Checks and verifies cost accounting, account payable records, prepares invoices and vouchers, types, files, posts ledger and general journal entries, and/or balances accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Reconcile difficult accounts.
• Works on difficult assignments that require judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations.
• Applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
• Other job duties as assigned.
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position will be leading the Accounting/Finance Team, and must have previous management experience.

• Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS is strongly preferred.
• Experience with various types of government contract types.
• Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP system experience, such as Oracle, SAP, etc.
• Experience in international multicurrency transactions.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (strong working knowledge of Excel).
• Commercial and International Accounting experience is strongly desired.
• Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including training, reviewing and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment and changes, and more.
• Organized, accurate, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with peers and supervisors, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience of progressive accounting/financial reporting.
• Federal Government contract accounting experience is required.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office/open cubicle environment.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones, rotating wrist, using tools/equipment).

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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