Staff Accountant

Austal USA LLC; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA is seeking an entry-level to junior accounting professional to support month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting across multiple entities. The role requires working knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responders should have a BS/BA in accounting or related field, 0–3 years of experience, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• 0–3 years of experience in a related field, preferably manufacturing or corporate accounting.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end closing journal entries and GL reconciliations.
• Investigate discrepancies in account balances and prepare supporting schedules.
• Assist with monthly and year-end financial reporting support for Austal USA entities.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

GAAP & IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Effective communication

Education

BS/BA Accounting or related field

Tools

N/A

Job description

REPORTS TO

Accounting Manager

SUPERVISES

N/A

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs accounting responsibilities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Prepares month end closing journal entries and general ledger (GL) account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies in account balances. Assists senior accounting personnel with preparation and compilation of monthly and year-end financial reporting support schedules for all Austal USA entities. Prepares reports and supporting documentation for account reconciliations. Assist with tagging and tracking of fixed assets. Coordinates and liaisons with external and internal auditors/reviewers to ensure compliance with proper reporting requirements and deadlines. Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by Finance Management. Maintains written policy and procedures for area of responsibility. Maintains compliance with Company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE

• BS/BA Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with 0-3 years of experience in a related field, preferably in manufacturing or corporate accounting, required.
• Proficient computer and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of FAR, DFAR, IFRS, GAAP and CAS.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams/organizations with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization skills a must.
• Flexible and has the capability to deliver results in a fast paced, and high-volume environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Detail oriented with a high degree of personal accountability.
• Ability to go in the shipyard, including off-site warehouse(s) and Austal’s West Campus, and conduct interviews. This includes physically climbing stairs and moving safely through constructions areas on and off vessels.

TOOLS

N/A

DIRECTION EXERCISED

Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.

DISCRETION EXERCISED

Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.

LIAISES WITH

Personnel from all departments to include management, external auditors, DCAA auditors.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES

The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, +90dB.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT COMMITMENT

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

ABOUT US

Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va. With the most modern steel panel line in the shipbuilding industry, Austal USA’s facility is capable of supporting the manufacture of both aluminum and steel ships. Austal USA leverages a moving module production line and strict adherence to lean manufacturing principles to consistently deliver on-schedule and on-budget. Austal USA is currently under contract for several programs, including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Heritage-class Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), the TAGOS-25 ocean surveillance ships, the Spearhead-class Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF), the Navajo-class Towing, Salvage and Rescue ships (T-ATS), the Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), the Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock Medium (AFDM), and the Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), and is supporting Navy unmanned vessel programs leveraging its advanced machinery control system. Austal USA’s service business provides global support to U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command and other customers. Austal USA’s San Diego Service Center includes a waterfront facility that will have the capability to drydock small combatants and similar sized ships. Earning 23 safety excellence awards, Austal USA continues to be one of the safest shipyards in America.