Accountant II

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Parker Aerospace in Oro Valley, AZ, seeks an Accountant II – Payroll/General Ledger to support the Finance Team. You will prepare payroll, manage general ledger tasks, and collaborate with partners on forecasts and reserves.

Ideal candidates have a finance/accounting degree and 3+ years in manufacturing settings, with ERP and advanced Excel skills for accurate reporting and SOX/compliance support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 3+ years or more of relevant experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of payroll/general ledger processes and ability to coordinate activities for the team.
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills required.
• Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in changing situations.
• Ability to recognize and solve typical problems and select situations from established options.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills drive tasks to completion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, formulas, v-lookups).
• Experience with ERP system.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and adhere to tight deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, records and reports payroll and general ledger transactions.
• Works with business partners on monthly forecast updates and reserves.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts and payroll reports.
• Reconciles timecard information and submits payroll files.
• Assists with month-end closing and internal audits.
• Performs annual internal audits and supports SOX audits.
• Process monthly intercompany transactions and reconcile accounts.
• Researches outstanding liabilities and ensures accurate reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

General ledger

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Parker Aerospace is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Oro Valley, AZ, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier of camera systems, energy storage products, and security systems in aerospace markets. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Gulfstream, Bombardier, Embraer, and Textron, among others.

Position Summary

The Accountant II - Payroll/General Ledger performs a range of tasks in support of the Finance Team. Prepares records, verifies and reports accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger transactions. This role has no direct reports.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine tasks including preparing, recording, verifying, analyzing and reporting payroll transactions.
• Works with business partners on monthly forecast updates, review of reserves, and supports their reporting and initiatives.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts and reports associated with payroll functions.
• Collects and reconciles timecard information, prepares and submits payroll files.
• Receive contract labor hours and accrue contract labor.
• Maintain and allocate project hours.
• Performs a variety of routine tasks including preparing, recording, verifying, analyzing and reporting general ledger transactions.
• Works with business partners on monthly forecast updates, review of reserves, and supports their reporting and initiatives.
• Maintains and reconciles general ledger accounts and reports associated with general ledger functions.
• Maintains cashbook and produces Bank Statement Reconciliation.
• Research outstanding liabilities (Procurement, R&D engineering, Capital).
• Process monthly intercompany transactions and reconcile accounts.
• Assists with month end closing functions as required.
• Performs annual internal audits, identifying inadequate or inefficient internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Participates in various audits including financial and SOX audits.
• Other ad-hoc financial analysis as required or assigned.
• Recommends financial transactions by analyzing accounting options.
• Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
• Summarizes current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and other company policies and procedures.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record. Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 3+ years or more of relevant experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of experience in payroll/general ledger processes and the ability to coordinate activities for the team.
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills required.
• Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in changing situations.
• Ability to recognize and solve typical problems and select situations from established options.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills drive tasks to completion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, formulas, v-lookups).
• Experience with ERP system.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and adhere to tight deadlines effectively.

Competitive Compensation

• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affi Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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