Senior Financial Accountant

Msccn • Mobile, Alabama • Full Time

Posted on Wed, Jul 8, 2026

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.Job DescriptionREPORTS TO: Assistant ControllerSUPERVISES: N/AAUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs accounting responsibilities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).Responsible for preparation and compilation of monthly and year-end financial reporting support schedules for all Austal USA entitiesPerforms analysis of data to discover useful information, suggestion conclusions and support decision makingPrepares financial schedules for submission to Corporate, AUSA management as well as external audit/review agenciesAssists in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements for Austal USA and any of its subsidiariesMonitors overhead rates to include, actual rates, bid rates and billing ratesLiaisons with all Finance management to ensure accurate reporting and timely correction of all outstanding discrepanciesPrepares annual Incurred Cost Submission for submittal to SUPSHIP/DCAACoordinates and liaisons with external and internal auditors/reviewers to ensure compliance with proper reporting requirements and deadlinesSupports audits by Defense Contracting Audit Agency (DCAA) which includes data compilation, analysis of financial trends, and reconciliation of data to supporting documentationPrepares support schedules for annual budgeting and forecasting process for Austal USA entitiesPerforms monthly GL account reconciliations and analyzes discrepanciesInvestigates and resolves discrepancies in account balancesReviews and monitors lease/rental agreements to ensure compliance with IFRS guidelinesPerforms other related duties and special projects as assigned by Finance ManagementMaintains written policy and procedures for area of responsibilityMaintains compliance with Company policies and proceduresAdditional Qualifications/ResponsibilitiesQUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:BS/BA Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field, preferably in manufacturing or corporate accounting, required.Advance degree, such as a MSA, MBA, CPA, a plusAdvanced knowledge of computer and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word, Excel and PowerPointWorking knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and CASExperience with government and accounting standard compliance, preferredAbility to work collaboratively with multiple teams/organizations with attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail, organization skills a must.Flexible and has the capability to deliver results in a fast paced, and high volume environmentAbility to communicate effectively orally and in writingDetail oriented with a high degree of personal accountabilityWorking knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning system a plusAbility to go in the shipyard, including off-site warehouse(s) and Austal’s West Campus, and conduct interviews. This includes physically climbing stairs and moving safely through constructions areas on and off vessels.DIRECTION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.DISCRETION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.LIAISES WITH: Personnel from all departments to include management, external auditors, DCAA auditors.ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:18 years of age or older at time of applicationAble to provide proof of US Person StatusNo felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition dateNo felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition dateWilling to submit to a drug screenWilling to submit to a background checkWORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, +90dB.

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