Apogee Engineering is searching for a Lead Accountant to join our corporate team in Colorado Springs, CO. While enjoying our amazing culture you will assist with management of day-to-day accounting operational functions. Prepare and publish financial reports in a timely manner. Assist with development of the accounting team and advise the Director of Finance Be responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of data in the accounts and ensure accounting accuracy and integrity. Participate in the financial audit, tax preparation, and budget processes.

Why work with us?

Apogee Engineering, LLC is a provider of research, engineering, operations, software, cyber, intel, training, technical services, financial and administrative expertise across an array of DOD and Federal Civilian customers. Our company was founded on the commitment of making a positive difference for our customers and our people. Apogee's culture is infused with integrity and a passion for excellence, which has propelled us into the ranks of an elite small business company. Apogee is known for an unwavering dedication to our client's success, a warm and employee-centric work environment, and an enthusiasm to provide the right solution at the right time.

What you'll be doing:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and consolidate financial statements. Provide daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analysis. Research accounting issues for compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• General Ledger Reconciliation and Analysis: Maintain all aspects of the general ledger. Manage journal entries, invoices, etc. and reconcile accounts for the monthly, quarterly, or annual closing.
• Financial Audit and Tax Preparation: Serve as a liaison to external auditors and tax preparers. Participate in preparation of the annual audit(s) and tax return.
• Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
• Work closely with all functional areas of the business to provide reliable data, reporting, and analyses critical to strategic business decisions.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with 10+ years' experience required
• MBA with 10+ years' accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge, understanding, and application of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) (Required)
• Knowledge of all aspects of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) (Required)
• Relevant experience in government contracting (10+ years' preferred)
• Proficient in the use of Deltek Costpoint (Required)
• Possess strong analytical, technology, and organizational skills
• Display accuracy, timeliness, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and meet communicated schedules and deadlines
• Skilled use of Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• CPA Preferred

Benefits & Compensation:

• Apogee offers two medical plans, a high deductible health plan with a HSA and HRA and a traditional POS plan with co-pays, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, parental, military, and jury duty paid leaves. Regular part time employees scheduled for twenty-four or more hours per work week are eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis.
• This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.
• The base pay for this position is $80,000 to $120,000 across the U.S. There is also a different range applicable for specific work locations. Base pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, training and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)