Accounting Specialist III
General Atomics • San Diego, California • Full Time
Posted on Sat, Aug 22, 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 have an exciting opportunity for a talented Accounts Payable (AP) specialist to join the Accounting division of our Finance and Administration group at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, located in Torrey Pines. This position, under general supervision, is responsible for performing a variety of general accounting tasks in an Accounts Payable department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works within the Company’s computerized accounting system and working with vendor and internal contacts, resolves discrepancies between vendor invoices and Company purchase orders.
- Manages workload to maintain a high rate of timely vendor payments.
- Resolves open items in a timely manner.
- Participates in the execution of the weekly payment process.
- Performs moderately complex general accounting support tasks in an accounts payable environment.
- Participates in the research and analysis of open balances and, at direction of senior members of the AP team, enters correcting entries.
- Summarizes accounting data from detailed accounting records.
- Categorizes and calculates additional accounting information for reporting and audit purposes.
- Compiles data and prepares a variety of routine and non-routine reports.
- Responds to written and verbal inquiries from internal and external contacts.
- Performs 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 high school diploma and four or more years of progressive experience in an accounting department or a related field. May substitute additional experience in lieu of education.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.
- Working knowledge of computer operations and applications, including proficiency with Excel spreadsheets, is desirable. Experience with SAP is preferred.
- Must possess the ability to quickly understand new concepts; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level—or, with guidance, at the project level—to provide solutions to a range of problems.
- Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, while effectively interacting with professional staff.
- Must be available to work extended hours as needed.
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