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Principal Accountant

Louisville, CO, USFull-time$139k–$191k2026-10-27 → 2026-11-10

Core

Managing and maintaining financial records, preparing complex financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting regulations.

Role type

Senior IC Principal Accountant

Builds

Financial statements, reports, and internal controls for space and defense technology missions

Domain

Accounting / Space & Defense Technology

Required skills

GAAP, project accounting, revenue recognition, lease accounting, month-end close, journal entries, accounting reconciliations, internal controls, financial analysis, MS Excel, accounting software

Preferred skills

CPA certification, public accounting experience, public company experience, aerospace industry experience, SAP

Technologies

SAP, MS Excel

Responsibilities

Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes; conduct in-depth financial analysis for senior management; develop and enhance internal controls and accounting policies; address complex accounting issues; lead audit processes; mentor and train accounting staff; collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC