Staff Accountant

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform revenue accounting under ASC 606 and inventory accounting processes.
• Execute and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and reclassifications.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of close activities in compliance with reporting deadlines.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances.
• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations (cash, inventory, prepaid expenses, accruals, fixed assets, intercompany, etc.).
• Identify and resolve discrepancies and aged reconciling items.
• Maintain reconciliation schedules and support continuous improvement of reconciliation processes.
• Support external audits and quarterly reviews, including preparation of audit schedules and documentation.
• Affirm adherence to internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Maintain strong documentation to support audit readiness.
• Partner with FP&A and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of accounting systems and processes.

Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close and account reconciliation responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Understanding of ASC 606 and long-term contract accounting a plus.
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliation processes.
• Familiarity with public company reporting and SEC requirements.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with enterprise ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or equivalent).
• Ability to work with financial reporting and data analysis tools.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or regulated environments.
• CPA, or equivalent advanced certification a plus.
• Experience in a public company or IPO-ready environment.
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or national firm).
• Experience with account reconciliation tools (e.g., FloQast or similar).
• Exposure to inventory and cost accounting.