Staff Accountant Capital Projects

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA is seeking a Staff Accountant for Capital Projects. The role focuses on financial reporting, general ledger accuracy, and timely data preparation to support closing cycles.

Required is a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance with 2 years of related experience; Excel proficiency and SAP knowledge are preferred. ASC 842 lease familiarity is a plus and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance or CPA may offset 1 year of experience.
• Proficient in MS applications, principally Excel is required.
• Strong technology expertise in other applications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and maintains a complete and accurate general ledger; prepares managerial and financial reports.
• Prepares and compiles financial data in a timely manner to support established schedules and deadlines.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for closing.
• Reconcile assigned accounts including preparation of appropriate documentation.
• Identifies problems and potential improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Prepares schedules, reports, presentations, etc. for management.
• Under supervision, follows established procedures to perform routine tasks.
• Analyzes records of financial transactions to determine accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Monitors journal entry processes to ensure accurate financial statements.

Skills

Excel proficiency

ASC 842 knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance or CPA may offset 1 year

Tools

SAP

Job description

Staff Accountant Capital Projects in GAC Savannah

SAP Preferred

ASC 842 Lease Knowledge Preferred

Proficient in Excel

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Acctg or Finance required or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2 years of related experience. Master's Degree in Acct or Financeor CPA may offset 1 year of experience. Proficient in the use of MS applications, principally Excel is required. Strong technology expertise in other applications a plus.

Position Purpose

Applies principles of financial reporting with a primary focus on basic analysis of financial reporting data, knowledge of financial reporting systems involved in the financial reporting process.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Analyzes and maintains a complete and accurate general ledger; prepares managerial and financial reports.
• Prepares and compiles financial data in a timely manner to support established schedules and deadlines.
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for closing.
• Reconcile assigned accounts including preparation of appropriate documentation.
• Identifies problems and potential improvements to existing systems and processes.
• Prepares schedules, reports, presentations, etc. for management.
• Under immediate supervision, follows established procedures to perform tasks that are routine in nature, requiring little evaluation, originality, or ingenuity.
• Analyzes records of financial transactions to determine accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Specific area of responsibility.
• Responsible for making sure that the journal entry process is monitored and completed to ensure accurate preparation of financial statements.

Perform other duties as assigned.

A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates for this position including new hires and current employees seeking promotion or transfer.This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237481

Category: Finance

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/13/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets and supports the world’s most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets and supports the world’s most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.