Accounting Lead

PROPULSION CONTROLS ENGINEERING LLC • San Diego, CA

5h • $24 - $35

About The Position

Propulsion Controls Engineering has a job opening for an Accounting Lead. We are looking for a candidate that will demonstrate a solid understanding of basic accounting principles, such as AP/AR, reconciliations, and financial record keeping. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, be a self-starter, and be open to working independently and in a team setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential. The candidate must have good problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and support & contribute to team goals. Previous Quickbooks, CostPoint and ADP experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles (AP/AR, reconciliations, financial record keeping).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter and open to working independently and in a team setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills.
• Support & contribute to team goals.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles – GAAP), and the analysis and reporting of financial data, preferably in job costing environment.
• Ability to perform complex problem solving, analyze information and develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interact with various job classifications.
• Ability to work at a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability and tolerance to meet due dates and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Quickbooks experience
• Previous CostPoint experience
• Previous ADP experience
• Manufacturing or government contract experience preferred
• ERP experience
• Costpoint knowledge

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
• Preparing journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assisting with monthly and year-end close processes.
• Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Meeting processing and reporting deadlines.
• Responding to information requests, reviewing financial statements, and assisting with audits.
• Review financial statements for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• May perform accounts payable and/or accounts receivable functions.
• Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, follow directions from a supervisor, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures, comply with corporate policies, goals and objectives, accept constructive feedback, establish goals and objectives, and exhibit initiative and commitment.
• Other duties as assigned, requested or needed.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, voluntary plans such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and hospital indemnity)
• Paid Time Off
• Company paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan (401(k) plan with company matching and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level