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This role blends core accounting, government contract financials, and operational support.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><br></span></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>About Specter Aerospace</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for defense and commercial applications. Based </span><span>in</span><span> Peabody, MA, Specter </span><span>leverages</span><span> advanced propulsion, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. We are backed by a mix of government R&amp;D organizations, commercial partners, and private investment, with close collaborations across leading research institutions.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><br></span></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Key Responsibilities</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Core Accounting</span></span></span><span> <br></span><span><span>• Maintain general ledger accounts, journal entries, monthly reconciliations, and month-end close</span></span><span> <br></span><span><span>• Classify all transactions by contract; ensure accuracy of charge codes and allocations</span></span><span> <br></span><span><span>• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements for leadership and auditors</span></span><span> <br></span><span><span>• Manage bank and credit card reconciliations</span></span><span> <br></span><span><span>• Track company assets, maintain depreciation schedules, and review equipment/building leases</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><br></span></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Government Contracting &amp; 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