Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

This role is part of our Maritime Defense Systems business, which delivers integrated solutions with decades of proven performance across submarine, surface, and autonomous naval platforms supporting high-priority national defense programs. Our bow-to-stern capabilities include acoustic and sonar protection systems, propulsion systems, advanced composite structures, missile subsystems, canisters and launchers, and autonomous underwater vehicle subsystems. From concept through production, we combine engineering, materials expertise, specialized manufacturing, and large-scale testing to deliver mission-ready systems that reduce technical risk and support long-term operational performance.

As a Staff Accountant, you will support accurate financial reporting and operational decision-making through inventory accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. Working closely with purchasing and accounts payable teams, you will help maintain financial integrity, improve processes, and ensure accounting records are complete and accurate.

Responsibilities

• Owns the monthly inventory accounting cycle and collaborates with internal team members to verify inventory levels.
• Provides day-to-day guidance, support, and oversight to Purchase Order (PO) and Accounts Payable (AP) team members.
• Prepares monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolves discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assists with month-end close activities, including general ledger entries, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Supports improvements to internal controls and workflow efficiencies within purchasing and accounts payable processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of professional accounting experience with inventory tracking and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Experience using general ledger software such as Costpoint, NetSuite, or similar Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Basic mentoring experience supporting junior staff or PO/AP functions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.

This position requires U.S. citizens.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.