Sr. Accounting Specialist

Crane Currency; Elyria (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aerospace and electronics sector is looking for a Senior Accounting Specialist to manage complex accounting functions and records related to accounts payable. This role involves data collection, vendor management, and the use of strong communication skills with both internal and external customers. The position offers potential flexibility with a hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

15 days of paid time off and 12 paid holidays

401k plan with company match

Education reimbursement after 90 days

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of accounting processes and procedures.
• Skills in communication and the ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Perform data collection and analysis to maintain accounting records.
• Prepare accounts payable invoices and debit memos for payment.
• Update vendor records and initiate contact as needed.

Skills

Accounting processes/procedures

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accounting Specialist at our Elyria, OH location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronicssupplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Elyria facility has been a bedrock in the community-friendly town of Elyria, Ohio, for more than a century. Known for our excellence in pumping technology, our Elyria site produced the first-ever positive displacement pump for high performance piston engine aircraft and even supplied pumps for Charles Lindbergh in the 1930s. We have more than 150,000 fuel and lubrication pumps in service today and are proud to offer custom thermal management system solutions for a range of next-gen applications. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Senior Accounting Specialist independently performs the data collection and analysis necessary to maintain complex records and ledgers related to accounting functions in accounts payable.

Essential Functions:

• Collect, code and compile data to prepare accounts payable invoices and debit memos for payment to suppliers which may involve interpretation and analysis
• Update new and existing vendor records and banking details
• Initiate contact or respond to inquiries as assigned
• Perform various posting, coding, balancing and reconciling of records and accounts
• Support CBS efforts within the department
• Use strong communications skills, both oral and written to internal and external customers
• Train others as needed
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 2-5 years in accounting or equivalent
• Knowledge of accounting processes/procedures and Microsoft Office
• Skills/Abilities: Ability to work in an independent and team setting with both internal and external suppliers and customers. Strong communication skills. Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent
• Eligibility Requirement:This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Accounts Payable
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in Oracle
• Associate degree

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment with remote time available
• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment and may require the use of safety equipment and other required PPE
• Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds
• Mental/Visual: use of computer, filing cabinets
• Workspace: cubicle/desk/remote work environment

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off:15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan:401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement:eligible after 90 days of employment
• Flexible work schedule:This position is eligible for our Crane Flex Hybrid schedule which allows for the option of up to 2 days/week of work-from-home. Some conditions apply which will be discussed during the interview process. Full policy to be provided after hire.

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and greatopportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniquesto optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.