Spirit Defense - Associate General Accounting

The Boeing Company; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems is seeking an on-site Accountant in Wichita, KS. You will maintain the books, analyze data, and communicate financial information to internal teams and external customers. The role requires 2+ years of accounting experience and the ability to obtain U.S.

security clearances. Preferred qualifications include an active clearance, a Master’s degree, ERP experience, and SAP proficiency. The position falls under Spirit Defense, a Boeing subsidiary, and pays a competitive range with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/related field.
• 2+ years accounting experience.
• Ability to obtain U.S. Secret Security Clearance and U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Maintains company books by preparing, collecting, and analyzing accounting data.
• Provides financial guidance and recommendations to management, customers, and employees.
• Ensures compliance with government laws, regulations, policies, and standards.
• Develops and implements new accounting methods and improvements to systems.
• Identifies and resolves complex financial issues.

Skills

Accounting experience

Security clearance readiness

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Math, or related field

Master's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit's Defense Business Unit ("Spirit Defense"). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintains company book of accounts by preparing, collecting, and analyzing accounting data to communicate financial information to company organizations and external customers
• Provides financial guidance and recommendations to management, customers, and employees
• Ensures compliance with government laws and regulations, policies, and professional standards
• Develops and implements new accounting methods and processes, as well as improvements to automated accounting systems
• Identifies and resolves complex financial issues

This position is expected to 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS, location

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Math, or related field
• 2+ years of accounting or related experience
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access
• Master's Degree
• ERP experience
• Proficiency with SAP
• Aerospace background

Drug Free Workplace:

We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $55,550- $85,150

Kansas Tax Credit:Join Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years.Click herefor more information on the tax credit.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Export Control Requirements:

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.