Accountant (General Ledger)
Williams International · Pontiac, MI · 1 mo ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Reasonability's
- Month-End Close & Reporting: Support full-cycle month-end close activities, including preparing complex journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and analyzing income statement fluctuations, as well as supporting the development and maintenance of standardized reporting packages, operational metrics, and management dashboards to support leadership decision-making
- Manufacturing Cost Accounting: Partner with operations to analyze inventory, Work in Process (WIP), overhead absorption, and manufacturing variances to support costing
- US GAAP Compliance: Apply GAAP to emerging accounting matters and business transactions
- Government Compliance (DCAA/FAR): Ensure accounting records are compliant with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Segregate direct and indirect costs and monitor allowable vs. unallowable expenses
- Audit Support: Coordinate with internal and external auditors, including DCAA auditors, by preparing audit schedules and providing detailed documentation for financial transactions
- Process Improvement: Drive efficiency by leveraging AI-powered accounting tools and automation to streamline close processes and develop KPI dashboards for executive leadership. Participate in establishing scalable processes, workflows, and accounting policies appropriate for sustained growth and increased operational complexity
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
- 3–5 years of experience in general ledger accounting, preferably within the manufacturing or defense industry
- Strong proficiency in US GAAP, experience with ERP systems (SAP), advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and familiarity with data visualization tools
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment
- CPA or CPA candidate a plus
- Experience with DCMA/DCAA or government contract accounting is preferred
- U.S. citizenship is required