Accountant II (Manufacturing)

Astronautics Corporation of America•Oak Creek, WI

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Accountant I to join our Finance team! In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. You will support the monthly and annual close processes; prepare financial statements, reconciliations, tax returns, and supporting schedules; and manage accounting activities related to fixed assets, inventory, and manufacturing costs. You will also investigate financial variances, support leadership decision-making, and contribute to ERP improvements and process initiatives that strengthen internal controls and reporting efficiency. This on-site position with hybrid flexibility is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Senior Project Finance Manager.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum of two years of hands-on accounting experience.
Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas, and familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Experience responding to auditor requests and providing prepared-by-client (PBC) documentation.

Nice To Haves

Accounting experience in the manufacturing sector is highly desired.
Ability to prepare and file complex sales and use tax returns across various state and local jurisdictions.
Experience with the IFS ERP system.
Experience coordinating responses to tax authority notices and supporting state tax audits.

Responsibilities

Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established close timelines.
Prepare Sales and Use Tax Returns, working with external accountants as required.
Maintain fixed asset and construction-in-progress accounting, including depreciation, disposals, and capitalization reviews.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports; investigate and explain variances for key accounts to support leadership decision-making.
Support cash management activities, including bank reconciliations, monitoring account balances, and assisting with cash flow forecasting.
Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts, ensuring variances are properly researched, documented, and recorded.
Assist with ERP maintenance, system updates, and process improvement initiatives to strengthen internal controls and reporting efficiency.
Apply manufacturing accounting principles to support accurate cost accounting and financial reporting.
Comply with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and emergency response protocols.
Maintain regular attendance and flexibility to work extended hours during month-end close, year-end close, budgeting, and other critical financial cycles.
Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned to support the Finance and Accounting team.