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Senior Accountant

AT HRL Laboratories
HRL Laboratories

Senior Accountant

Westlake Village, CA

Essential Duties:
Provide accounting expertise in the preparation of financial statements and tax returns (property, sales, income), and ensure an effective internal control environment.
Ensure compliance with technical accounting requirements with existing and new regulations, such as long term lease and derivative accounting.
Provide financial system maintenance, support of system upgrades and new system implementations.

Required Skills:
10+ years' accounting experience conducting business with large financial and accounting systems.
Prefer accounting experience in a government-contracting environment and working knowledge of the compliance requirements in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Familiarity with the various forms or revenue recognition, financial statement review, and long-term project accounting.

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Excellent computer skills, particularly in the use of MS Excel, and financial systems and tools such as Deltek Costpoint and TM1.
Ability to independently create and accurately analyze cost data.
Ability to apply accounting principles as it relates to GAAP.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) to support the preparation and presentation of written briefs and summaries for executive communication.

Required Education:
CPA/CMA Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or related discipline
Master's Degree Preferred

Special Requirements:
US Citizenship

Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $99,705 - $124,683 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

Client-provided location(s): Westlake Village, CA, USA
Job ID: HRL_Labs-9495451f-8c2d-4718-9442-f41d515b70cf
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program