Financial Controller

As a member of the Blue Origin family of companies, Honeybee Robotics designs and builds robotics to explore and utilize space. Since our founding in 1983, we've pushed technical boundaries to pursue bold, audacious ideas on critical missions.  We’re looking for technically brilliant people who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.

Honeybee Robotics is seeking an accomplished professional to join our team as a Financial Controller. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the Financial Controller will play a key role in developing robust accounting and controlling processes, as well as assisting in long- and short-term planning and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the day-to-day performance of the accounting team, including accounting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Own the Accounting Business System and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR part 30), Cost Accounting Standards, and GAAP.
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.
• Implement and maintain a strong internal controls process.
• Ensure revenue compliance with ASC 606.
• Develop training and succession plans for the team.
• Provide support to the Director of Finance in balance sheet and cash budgeting and forecasting.
• Create Accounts Receivable aging reports and collaborate with the Contracts team to ensure timely collection.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Responsible for the reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts on a scheduled basis.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and finance, including at least 3 years of management experience.
• Experience with project accounting (ASC 606), Federal Acquisition Regulations, and Government Cost Accounting Standards. Previous exposure to the Aerospace and Defense sector is a plus.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office and accounting software. Experience with IFS is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Employee Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and short and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and a 4.5% company match (100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3%).
• Education Reimbursement for certificate, undergraduate, and graduate programs.
• Paid Time Off includes 4 weeks per year, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, two floating, and 11 company holidays.