Senior Accountant

Job Title SR Accountant

Reports to: Controller

Pay: $80k-$90k

Summary

The Senior Accountant is a key financial professional responsible for performing complex accounting functions within a manufacturing aerospace environment. This role provides accounting leadership, ensures the accuracy of financial reporting, supports cost accounting and production-related financial processes, and collaborates with Executive Leadership on financial strategies. The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with aerospace industry standards, internal controls, and government regulations.

Primary Duties

• Manage the general ledger and ensure accurate and timely financial records in accordance with GAAP and applicable aerospace/manufacturing standards.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Support manufacturing cost accounting, including inventory valuation, variance analysis
• Support inventory management within ERP system and assist operations regarding questions regarding inventory transactions
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.
• Perform account reconciliation for balance sheet accounts within MST
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws; prepare and file necessary tax returns.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, participating in periodic audits and supporting compliance with aerospace industry requirements (e.g., AS9100 financial process controls).
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and engineering teams to provide financial insights that support production planning and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems commonly used in manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of spreadsheet and database tools for financial analysis.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, and present complex financial information to Executive Leadership.

Minimum Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years or progressive accounting experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally in aerospace or another highly regulated industry.