Katalyst Labs

Katalyst Labs

Financial Controller

Broomfield, Colorado, United States

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 9 days ago
Financial AnalysisAccountingForecastingBudgetingExcelERPOrganizational SkillsGAAPFinancial ReportingInternal AuditAccounts PayableNetSuite

About the role

  • Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story.
  • Katalyst Culture: Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding.
  • You'll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
  • Maintain and improve scalable accounting processes, internal controls, and financial policies that support rapid company growth.
  • Partner with Finance, Operations, Engineering, and Program Management to improve financial visibility across programs and purchasing activities.
  • Support the implementation and ongoing improvement of accounting systems, reporting tools, and process automation.
  • Experience developing internal controls and improving accounting processes.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • We build robotic spacecraft that enable dynamic space operations, creating a future where maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, and exploration are as routine as they are on Earth.
  • By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained, responsive operations possible, we enable a new era of space activity that strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3-6 years of accounting experience, preferably within public accounting and/or a technology, aerospace, manufacturing, or hardware company.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
  • Experience supporting venture-backed startups or rapidly scaling companies.
  • Experience with manufacturing accounting, inventory accounting, or project accounting.
  • Familiarity with government contracting, FAR/DFARS, or aerospace accounting requirements.
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
  • Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Nice to have

  • Experience using modern ERP/accounting systems (NetSuite preferred) and advanced Excel skills.

Compensation

  • Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis a

Company info

  • Working at Katalyst is intense, hands-on, and deeply rewarding.
  • We value humility, craftsmanship, and doing things the right way, even when it's harder.
  • You'll work closely with thoughtful, driven teammates who push each other to do their best.
  • What We're Looking For
  • We are not building the trains.
  • We are building the machines that lay down the tracks.

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