Accountant II (Manufacturing)

Astronautics-Corporation-of-America-1; Oak Creek (WI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is seeking an Accountant I to join our Finance team. You will support monthly and annual closes, prepare financial statements and schedules, and handle fixed assets, inventory, and manufacturing cost accounting.

You will report to the Senior Project Finance Manager in an on-site role with hybrid flexibility, contributing to ERP improvements and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of hands-on accounting experience; manufacturing experience is highly desired.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables and complex formulas) and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience responding to auditor requests and providing PBC docs.
• Ability to prepare and file complex sales and use tax returns; experience with IFS ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare Sales and Use Tax Returns with external accountants if required.
• Maintain fixed asset and construction-in-progress accounting (depreciation, disposals, capitalization).
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports; explain variances for decision-making.
• Support cash management activities including bank reconciliations and cash flow forecasting.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts; research variances and document findings.
• Assist with ERP maintenance, system updates, and process-improvement initiatives.
• Apply manufacturing accounting principles to cost accounting and financial reporting.
• Adhere to company policies, safety requirements, and emergency protocols.
• Maintain attendance and be flexible for extended hours during critical financial cycles.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as needed.

Skills

Excel proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Audit support

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

IFS ERP system

ERP systems

Journal entries

Job description

We are seeking an Accountant I to join our Finance team! In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. You will support the monthly and annual close processes; prepare financial statements, reconciliations, tax returns, and supporting schedules; and manage accounting activities related to fixed assets, inventory, and manufacturing costs. You will also investigate financial variances, support leadership decision-making, and contribute to ERP improvements and process initiatives that strengthen internal controls and reporting efficiency.

This on-site position with hybrid flexibility is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Senior Project Finance Manager.

How You Will Do It:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established close timelines.
• Prepare Sales and Use Tax Returns, working with external accountants as required.
• Maintain fixed asset and construction-in-progress accounting, including depreciation, disposals, and capitalization reviews.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports; investigate and explain variances for key accounts to support leadership decision-making.
• Support cash management activities, including bank reconciliations, monitoring account balances, and assisting with cash flow forecasting.
• Participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts, ensuring variances are properly researched, documented, and recorded.
• Assist with ERP maintenance, system updates, and process improvement initiatives to strengthen internal controls and reporting efficiency.
• Apply manufacturing accounting principles to support accurate cost accounting and financial reporting.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and emergency response protocols.
• Maintain regular attendance and flexibility to work extended hours during month-end close, year-end close, budgeting, and other critical financial cycles.
• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned to support the Finance and Accounting team.

What We Look For:

Required

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or another business-related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two years of hands‑on accounting experience. Accounting experience in the manufacturing sector is highly desired.
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas, and familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Experience responding to auditor requests and providing prepared-by-client (PBC) documentation.
• Ability to prepare and file complex sales and use tax returns across various state and local jurisdictions.
• Experience with the IFS ERP system.

Who We Are:

We are a team that designs computers, displays and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics, you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Location(s)

135 West Forest Hill Avenue, Oak Creek , Wisconsin 53154 , United States

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