Robert Half - Gardena, CA
posted 5 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Gardena, CA
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
Robert Half is seeking a Sr. Accountant for a 3+ month on-site engagement in the Aerospace industry, located in Gardena, California. The role involves a variety of accounting responsibilities, including financial report analysis, inventory control, and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, particularly within the aerospace sector, and will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective controls.
Responsibilities
- Performs analysis and validation of monthly Gross Profit reports and General Ledger inputs including components of cost (Direct Labor, Material, Burden, Scrap etc.)
- Performs analysis of overtime spending trends and Direct Labor staffing levels
- Provide support in development of Annual Operating Plan for business unit
- Compute and prepare financial statements, statistical reports; prepare analyses and make recommendations resulting from the analyses
- Reconcile and update weekly KPI information timely and accurately as required by corporate goals and guidelines
- Prepare and reconcile the monthly reports for various general accounting activities including but not limited to: sales, bookings, backlog, fixed assets, and other general ledger accounts
- Prepare supporting documentation and journal entries
- Reconcile cash daily and monthly to the bank
- Maintain customer collection in accordance with payment terms and company objectives
- Perform daily accounting activities related to AR and AP as required
- Organize the filing and reference systems pertinent to general accounting activities
- Maintain effective controls on inventory / COGS and ensure compliance with Sarbanes - Oxley.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within the aerospace industry
- Proficient in account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliations
- Extensive experience with general ledger management and journal entries
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications
- Proven expertise in month-end close procedures
- Familiarity with NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP accounting software
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- CPA certification is desired but not mandatory.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) or deferred compensation plan
- Paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
- Paid holidays
- Choice Time Off (CTO) up to 13 days and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year
