Staff Accountant - Aerospace

Employment Position Overview

The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for the Accounts Payable process including invoice processing, vendor payments, and month-end accruals, as well as the Accounts Receivable process including invoicing, cash application, and collections. This role supports the Controller by performing various reconciliations, month-end journal entries, and assisting with preparation of monthly financial statements.

Essential Functions

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process including invoice processing and coding, vendor payments and check runs, vendor statement reconciliations, and reconciliation of received-but-not-invoiced accounts
• Process and manage employee expense reports in accordance with company policy
• Prepare and file annual 1099s in compliance with IRS requirements
• Maintain vendor relationships through timely and professional communication; partner with the Purchasing team to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate and timely payment processing
• Assist Controller in developing and maintaining AP cash flow forecasting
• Manage the Accounts Receivable process including invoicing, cash application, and collections
• Assist Controller with monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and month-end expense accruals
• Assist Controller with preparation of monthly financial statements
• Assist Controller in developing and maintaining weekly AR cash forecasting
• Perform reconciliations of selected accounts; investigate and resolve differences
• Ensure all accounting is in compliance with US GAAP and company accounting policies
• Perform other ad hoc projects as required

Work Experience

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an accounting/finance role with demonstrated AP experience required; AR experience is a plus
• Experience utilizing a comprehensive ERP system is required; experience with multiple sites/locations within the ERP is advantageous

Essential Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of US GAAP and standard accounting practices, including AP and AR processes
• Strong knowledge of vendor management, 1099 compliance, and expense reporting procedures
• Accuracy and detail orientation are essential
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities to appropriately handle unexpected challenges
• Self-management skills including efficiency, sense of urgency, ability to adapt to unexpected circumstances, and ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and concurrent deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with vendors, internal teams, and cross-functional partners
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, and Word, with demonstrated advanced Excel skills

Travel Requirements

Travel is generally not required for this role.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The normal work environment is a standard office setting with a quiet noise level. Occasionally, the work environment may include the manufacturing plant and/or warehouse and shipping docks where noise levels are higher. Employee must be able to:

• Spend prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Send and receive information using a telephone, computer, and peripherals
• Occasionally climb stairs
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

Education

Required Degree Level: Undergraduate Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field; a combination of education and/or relevant progressive experience may be considered in lieu of degree