Sr. Associate, Accounting

L3Harris•Palm Bay, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris is seeking an experienced General Ledger Accountant in the L3Harris Integrated Mission Systems Segment Accounting organization. This organization supports multiple business units across the United States by providing general ledger and financial reporting services. Partnership with the business units and on time completion are core cultural characteristics of the organization. The General Ledger Accountant will participate with the team in recording and reconciling accounting transactions for these businesses.

Requirements

Requires practical knowledge of job area.
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience

Nice To Haves

Proficient with Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Experience in public accounting/auditing is a strongly preferred
CPA Certification or qualification to sit for the CPA exam is preferred
Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment
Demonstrated excellence in analytical and research skills while leveraging technology such as Tableau, Power BI or Alteryx
Objective thinker, problem solver with ability to execute to completion
Flexible planner in terms of daily activities with ability to adeptly react to changing requirements and priorities
Experience in continuous improvement and process development
Exceptional organizational skills enabling monitoring of key due dates and activities
Ability to develop broad, cooperative relationships with numerous groups and individuals

Responsibilities

Proficient accounting knowledge
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to communicate in person and remotely, across multiple locations and time zones
Works both autonomously and with a team to complete all tasks with general supervision
Collaborates with the business to deliver efficient, accurate and compliant accounting
Researches issues and proposes corrective actions or transactions
Reviews transactions to ensure appropriate accounting treatment
Completes month end closing activities to ensure reporting deadlines are met
Prepares routine journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations
Develops and/or documents processes as required
Supports internal and external audit requests
Performs special assignments and ad hoc analyses as needed
Ability to work extended hours as required which may include weeknights, weekends, or holidays