Senior Accountant   Location: Playa Vista, California (full time, on-site)  Role Overview  We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior Accountant to join our growing team. This role is responsible for owning the day-to-day accounting operations, including bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable processing, and owning monthly close activities and audits. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, accuracy, and organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.  Key Responsibilities  • Prepare and post journal entries; ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records • Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger and subledger accounts • Own month-end and year-end close processes, including variance analysis • Accounts Payable Ownership: Process vendor invoices, purchase orders, and employee expense reports; ensure proper coding and approvals • Accounts Receivable Ownership: Manage billing, collections, cash application, and support revenue tracking (including DSO monitoring) • Implement, maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls • Partner cross-functionally to ensure financial data integrity and operational alignment • Lead external audits and determine required documentation • Utilize and optimize financial systems (e.g., QuickBooks Advanced, BILL, Brex) • Manage payroll-related accounting duties and maintain access to federal, state, and local tax portals to support timely filings, reconciliations, payments, and compliance requirements.  Qualifications  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance • CPA Required • 4 - 6 years of relevant accounting experience (startup, high-growth, or corporate environment preferred) • Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting • Strong management of U.S. GAAP • Proficiency in accounting systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar ERP platforms) • Exposure to audit processes and/or internal controls frameworks • Advanced Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, data analysis) • High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline • Clear communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally • Demonstrated ability having ownership of accounting processes   • Experience in manufacturing or government contracting environments  Compensation & Benefits  • Competitive compensation:  • 4 – 6 years, $95,000 – $105,000 (commensurate with experience)  • 6 – 10 years, $100,000 - $120,000 (commensurate with experience)  • Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact. • Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create. • Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental.  • Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security. • PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays. • Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth. • Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized. • Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure. • Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too. • Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more!  You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.