Accountant

Sierra Space

Louisville, United States Posted October 3, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Salary Range

$60,885 - $83,717

Job Description

Join our team as an Accountant I, an entry-level position focused on maintaining financial records and ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions. You will assist in recording financial transactions, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and supporting financial closings. This role offers valuable experience in accounting and finance in a dynamic environment. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, a 401K profit-sharing plan, and professional development opportunities.

  • Maintaining financial records, ensuring accuracy of entries to ledger accounts, and reconciling to the general ledger.
  • Compiling financial data to aid in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.
  • Assisting with audits by gathering and organizing financial documentation, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial regulations.
  • Basic knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Requires Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
  • We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission
  • We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement
  • Typically entry-level position with 0 - 2 years of experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with financial reporting and accounting reconciliations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Familiarity with SAP
  • Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Internship experience in accounting, Finance, or a related field
Required Skills
accounting bookkeeping P&L ownership audit compliance GAAP problem solving attention to detail communication reconciliations Excel SAP
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