Accountant- Entry Level
About the position Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. In this role you will: Work with internal customers to solve billing related problems and find technical and reporting solutions. Be responsible for the preparation of a variety of journal entries to ensure proper accounting at month-end and throughout the month. Support all audit activities (Corporate, Internal and External) and will be tasked with reviewing/implementing controls that will meet all the CAS, FAR, GAAP and corporate policies. Continuously improve processes, enhance system/process controls, and provide valuable analysis and support to the Finance and Business Operations departments. Provide support as needed to other accounting department functions (e.g. financial reporting, accounts payable, systems) based on changing demands and workloads. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate with peers, management, and employees throughout all levels of the organization. Responsibilities • Work with internal customers to solve billing related problems and find technical and reporting solutions. • Be responsible for the preparation of a variety of journal entries to ensure proper accounting at month-end and throughout the month. • Support all audit activities (Corporate, Internal and External) and will be tasked with reviewing/implementing controls that will meet all the CAS, FAR, GAAP and corporate policies. • Continuously improve processes, enhance system/process controls, and provide valuable analysis and support to the Finance and Business Operations departments. • Provide support as needed to other accounting department functions (e.g. financial reporting, accounts payable, systems) based on changing demands and workloads. Requirements • Bachelors or higher level degree or in lieu of degree relevant experiences • Accounting experience • Ability to perform with a high level of accuracy • Strong analytical and problem solving skills • Develop relationships and work effectively with others in different locations • Learn in a collaborative team environment • Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation to obtain a possible clearance and if applicable must meet and maintain eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US citizenship required. Nice-to-haves • Bachelors or higher level degree in accounting, business administration with an emphasis in accounting • 2+ years of Accounting experience • CPA or CPA candidate with prior accounting or audit experience, strongly preferred • Strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills • Self-motivated • Proficiency in Microsoft Office • Feel comfortable working in complex accounting systems • Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines Benefits • Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance • Short-Term Disability • Long-Term Disability • 401(k) match • Flexible Spending Accounts • EAP • Education Assistance • Parental Leave • Paid time off • Holidays Apply tot his job