Sr Accountant

Howmet Aerospace; Ponck Hockie (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Excellent 401k matching program

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Kingston site is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage journal entries, reconciliations, and buzz through month-end close. You will analyze manufacturing cost data, prepare financial statements, and support payroll and compliance activities while working with Finance leadership.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting with 5+ years in manufacturing accounting, strong Excel skills, and a collaborative approach to drive process improvements and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in accounting in a manufacturing company.
• Cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables and lookup functions.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete timely journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Contribute to monthly and year-end closing processes with workpapers and reports.
• Analyze and review product margin trends and identify variances.
• Prepare financial reports in line with management deadlines with supporting docs.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and confidentiality.
• Collect, process, and manage payroll for hourly and salary staff.
• Perform periodic audits of cycle counts, WIP, fixed assets, and other areas.
• Support special projects and financial reporting initiatives with Finance leadership.
• Maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

5 years accounting experience

Cost accounting

Advanced Excel (PivotTables, Lookup)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

• Locations 1 Corporate Drive, Kingston, NY, 12401, US (On-site)

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Specific Duties:

Prepare and complete timely journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statements;

Contribute to monthly and year-end closing processes by preparing workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation;

Analyzes and review product margin trends and identify variances;

Prepares financial reports in accordance with company deadlines as required by management and ensures that all necessary supporting documentation and other required information is maintained. Prepares daily, weekly and monthly standards and special reports and assists the Controller in analyzing the data to report status of the operation;

Processes internal compliance testing and verify compliance standards are followed throughout the site;

Collects, processes and manages payroll processing for hourly and salary employees;

Performs periodic audits of cycle counts, WIP inventory, fixed assets and other areas as requested;

Assures and maintains adherence to accounting policies and procedures and identifies areas where procedures could be improved. Maintains confidentiality on all data and information;

The Senior Accountant will work closely with Finance leadership on special projects, financial reporting initiatives, process improvements, and other organizational priorities;

Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with Company Standards of Business Conduct;

Ensures that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards;

Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.

The annual salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

Basic Skill Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.

Minimum 5 years in accounting in a manufacturing company

Cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Advanced Excel skills including PivotTables and Lookup Functions

Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and effective communication among team members

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position;

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.