Accountant I
General Atomics and Affiliated Companies • San Diego, California • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Jun 11, 2026
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Travel Accountant to join our Government and Travel Accounting teams located in Torrey Pines, CA. Under general supervision with regular review for accuracy, this position supports the development, implementation and/or maintenance of various accounting activities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs specific general accounting and travel accounting activities through the input of accounting transactions and the monitoring, coordinating, and summarizing of accounting results.
- Applies general knowledge of accounting/financial policies and procedures when responding to specific questions and non-routine problem resolution.
- Reviews and processes Travel and Expense reports; will interact with traveler and/or admin to ensure accurate accounting data and adherence to company policies, accounting standards, and applicable government regulations (FAR, GSA, FTR/JTR).
- Contributes to and ensures the accuracy of accounting data, transactions, and reports and performs post audit review of accounting entries.
- Prepare basic SAP manual accounting entries (journal vouchers and cost transfers) by interpreting accounting policies, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring entries support accurate reporting.
- Maintains excel files and tracks activities for a variety of accounts. Performs data downloads from the accounting system, prepares reports, and formats the data.
- Utilize MS office suite, SAP, Concur, BCD Pay, and other applications.
- May provide administrative support to the accounting and travel team members.
- Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related professional degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Working experience with Excel, SAP, and Concur is highly desired.
- Ability to learn and apply basic accounting concepts, to follow company policies and procedures, and to apply appropriate tools of the accounting profession to accurately complete standard accounting tasks.
- Ability to use established formats to produce accurate, appropriate accounting documentation.
- May be required to present accounting data.
- Must have demonstrated computer literacy with knowledge of computer accounting software and applications.
- Must have good interpersonal skills including ability to communicate clearly with other professionals.
- Ability to work extended hours as required.
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $67,000–$79,000 per year (median ~$71,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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