Account Receivable Staff Accountant

PTI Technologies•Oxnard, CA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Join PTI Technologies as an Account Receivable Staff Accountant located in Oxnard, CA, and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in the aerospace industry. This essential role offers you the chance to contribute directly to our mission of integrity and safety in every financial transaction. Working onsite, you will engage closely with colleagues, fostering a collaborative atmosphere that promotes high performance and traditional values. This position not only enhances your accounting skills but also provides an opportunity to work on impactful projects that support the future of aerospace technology. You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Snack/Drink Room, Employee Discounts, Employee Profit Share Program, 401(k), and Employee Stock Purchase Program. If you’re ready to elevate your career while working in a supportive and goal-oriented environment, we invite you to apply and make an impact with us. PTI Technologies Inc. is a world leader in highly-reliable filtration and fluid control equipment and subsystems and miniature CAD/PAD devices, providing innovative, value-added solutions for a full range of mission, flight and life-critical operations across the Aerospace and Defense markets. The Staff Accountant position at PTI Technologies focuses primarily on managing Accounts Receivable transactions to enhance financial efficiency within the aerospace sector. This vital role involves daily customer invoicing and processing cash receipts, ensuring compliance with our financial policies. Responsibilities include reconciling payments and customer accounts, communicating discrepancies to management, and identifying slow-paying clients. You will interact directly with customers regarding past-due accounts, which is essential for strengthening client relationships. Key tasks include processing cash postings, reconciling daily cash with bank totals, overseeing auto invoicing, and preparing monthly journal entries related to accrued commissions and royalties. Additionally, you will back up the Credit Supervisor by evaluating creditworthiness and monitoring collections to mitigate bad debt risks. This position not only requires attention to detail but also offers the opportunity to significantly impact the company's financial health and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
A minimum of three to five years of general accounting experience is essential
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary, along with a detail-oriented approach to financial accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis, is required
effective communication skills, capable of conveying complex financial information clearly to cross-functional stakeholders
A solid understanding of cost accounting principles, GAAP, and inventory valuation
adaptability to various work environments, including both office and manufacturing settings, while ensuring safety and compliance at all times

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Oracle and financial applications is preferred
Experience in an aerospace or government contracting environment, as well as support during internal and external audits, will be advantageous

Responsibilities

daily customer invoicing and processing cash receipts
reconciling payments and customer accounts
communicating discrepancies to management
identifying slow-paying clients
interacting directly with customers regarding past-due accounts
processing cash postings
reconciling daily cash with bank totals
overseeing auto invoicing
preparing monthly journal entries related to accrued commissions and royalties
backing up the Credit Supervisor by evaluating creditworthiness and monitoring collections to mitigate bad debt risks