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Senior Accountant

Alvar Financial Services Limited

Senior Accountant


Location: Remote (must be willing to travel onsite to Peabody, MA as needed)


Position Overview


Specter Aerospace is seeking a Senior Accountant to support our growing finance and accounting operations as we move toward hypersonic flight testing and scaled production. This role blends core accounting, government contract financials, and operational support.


About Specter Aerospace


Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for defense and commercial applications. Based in Peabody, MA, Specter leverages advanced propulsion, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. We are backed by a mix of government R&D organizations, commercial partners, and private investment, with close collaborations across leading research institutions.


Key Responsibilities


Core Accounting
• Maintain general ledger accounts, journal entries, monthly reconciliations, and month-end close
• Classify all transactions by contract; ensure accuracy of charge codes and allocations
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements for leadership and auditors
• Manage bank and credit card reconciliations
• Track company assets, maintain depreciation schedules, and review equipment/building leases


Government Contracting & Billing
• Manage government invoicing, including submissions via WAWF/PIEE
• Assist with government contract billing, collections, audits, and compliance documentation
• Ensure adherence to FAR, DFARS, CAS (as applicable), and DCAA expectations
• Support proposal cost volumes and customer-required financial documentation


Operational Financial Support
• Manage purchasing, purchase orders, and accounts payable on a weekly cadence
• Track procurement of materials, equipment, and company orders
• Collaborate with HR to implement payroll and benefits entries into financial statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis for internal planning and government programs
• Run periodic spend reports for directors and program leadership
• Contribute to process improvements and internal controls development


Additional Duties
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including HR, operations, suppliers, and customers
• Provide support during financial reviews, audits, and special projects
• Perform other administrative or financial tasks as needed in a fast-paced environment


Required Qualifications

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
    • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
    • 3-5 years of professional accounting experience
    • Strong understanding of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
    • Experience with AP/AR, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
    • Experience with government contracting or regulated financial environments
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
    • Strong communication skills and ability to work with executives, vendors, and government personnel
    • Ability to travel onsite to Peabody, MA as needed
Preferred Qualifications
  • CPA (active or in progress)
    • Experience with QuickBooks Online orGovBooks
    • Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, CAS, and other government cost accounting standards
    • Experience using PIEE/WAWF and other government financial portals
    • Familiarity with BambooHR, Jira, or other ERP/HRIS tools
    • Experience briefing executives or program leadership
    • Prior experience in aerospace, defense, R&D, or manufacturing environments
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