Staff Accountant
$75k - $85k+ Discretionary bonuses + 401(k) company match
Senior
Bachelor's
Riverside, CA, USA
In PersonFull-time onsite in Riverside, California; travel to other company facilities up to 10% as needed.
AccountingFinancial Accounting
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger exposure, is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or SAP are required.
- A solid understanding of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles is required.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills are required.
- The ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity is required.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are required.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment is required.
- Professional working proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is required.
- The ability to work in office, lab, and manufacturing environments with occasional exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, industrial equipment, and temperature variations is required.
- The ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer workstation is required.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for data entry, keyboarding, and mouse use is required.
- The ability to view computer screens for prolonged periods is required.
- The ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via email is required.
- The ability to use a computer to complete assignments is required.
- Willingness to work long hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines is required.
- Willingness to travel to other company sites as needed is required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post recurring, adjusting, and accrual journal entries.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, and intercompany transactions.
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities and reconciliations.
- Support preparation of internal financial statements and audit-ready schedules.
- Perform variance analysis and investigate discrepancies as needed.
- Maintain fixed asset schedules and calculate monthly depreciation.
- Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and internal financial policies.
- Receive, review, and verify invoices and expense reports for accuracy and proper coding.
- Process payments to vendors, contractors, and service providers by check, ACH, and wire.
- Maintain accurate vendor records and manage vendor inquiries.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
- Assist with issuing 1099 forms and ensure compliance with IRS regulations.
- Monitor accounts payable aging and prepare weekly payment proposals.
- Generate and issue customer invoices according to billing terms and agreements.
- Apply customer payments to the appropriate accounts in a timely manner.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and perform collections outreach as needed.
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and chargebacks.
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and payment activities.
- Coordinate with sales and customer service to ensure accurate and timely billing.
- Maintain organized financial records and digital and physical filing systems.
- Handle data entry and maintain databases for vendors, customers, and financial transactions.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding financial and administrative matters.
- Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence for internal review.
- Assist with preparation and organization of audit documentation.
- Order and track office or departmental supplies and assist with expense tracking.
- Support departmental compliance and operational procedures, including document retention and confidentiality.
Desired Qualifications
- Hands-on experience supporting year-end financial audits, preparing supporting workpapers, and liaising with external auditors.
- Previous accounting experience within manufacturing and/or aerospace and defense sectors.
- Demonstrated experience with multi-entity accounting, intercompany transactions, and consolidation processes.
About the company
Canopy Aerospace & Defense designs, prototypes, and manufactures thermal protection systems for space and hypersonic vehicles. Their heat shields and insulation protect spacecraft from extreme temperatures during flight, with materials tested in real flight conditions to ensure reliability. The company leverages NASA-backed research, real-flight testing, and a focus on reuse and cost efficiency to stand out in a growing NewSpace market. Its goal is to meet rising demand from commercial and government space programs by delivering dependable thermal protection that improves safety and mission economics.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$6.6M
Headquarters
Denver, Colorado
Founded
2021
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- September 2026 Aviotec expands Canopy into satellite supply chains across European programs.
- Late-2026 Smart TPS flight testing creates a near-term commercialization catalyst.
- 2024-2026 Air Force and NASA awards validate Canopy's thermal protection technology and customer demand.
What critics are saying
- Canopy still depends on government-sponsored R&D; production revenue trails validation milestones through late 2026.
- Integrating Aviotec, Tods, and U.S. plants risks execution slippage across Europe and America.
- Lockheed, Northrop, RTX, and Leidos dominate hypersonics; Canopy loses if qualification stalls.
What makes Canopy Aerospace & Defense unique
- Canopy pairs transpiration-cooled TPS with robotics, 3D ceramics, and embedded sensor integration.
- September 1, 2026 Aviotec acquisition adds European MLI blankets and harnesses capabilities.
- April 2026 AS9100 QMS readiness supports high-temperature materials manufacturing and defense qualification.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement plan participation (eligibility required)
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Vacation
- Paid holidays
- Discretionary bonuses