Staff Accountant

Ascent Aerospace•Macomb Township, MI

21d

About The Position

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base. Summary of Position The Staff Accountant must have accounting experience incorporating analysis and problem-solving principles within a medium sized manufacturing organization. They must possess a strong understanding of GAAP, tax compliance requirements, and possess experience in operating within and assessing internal control environments.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
Proficient using Microsoft Office software, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Extensive knowledge of GAAP accounting, compliance, and internal controls.
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to effectively communicate, influence and motivate at all levels of the organization.
Time Management & Organizational Skills – Consistently meets deadlines and commitments. Prioritizes and plans work activities and utilizes time effectively to deliver on realistic action plans.
Problem solving skills – the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Dependability – the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.
Interpersonal Skills – the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required.

Nice To Haves

CPA/MBA
Hyperion and SAP software experience
Percentage of Completion accounting experience or knowledge

Responsibilities

Performs a wide range of general accounting duties, including month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and the preparation of journal entries.
Contributes to cash forecasting and bank reconciliation processes, and provides support to Corporate Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions.
Manages the processing of employee expense reports through SAP Concur.
Oversees capital project tracking and helps establish procedures for asset management.
Assists with financial, federal, and state audits by providing necessary documentation and support.
Supports the preparation and submission of tax filings and U.S. government reports.
Aids the Finance Director in developing, implementing, and maintaining company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Participates in the budget planning process by gathering, analyzing, and consolidating financial data.
Identifies and recommends opportunities for process improvements within the accounting function.
Prepares ad hoc reports by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and trends.
Completes additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.