Staff Accountant - Mobile, AL

VetJobs; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA is seeking an Accounting Accountant to perform GAAP and IFRS accounting, close month-end entries, and support year-end financial reporting. The role involves asset tagging, liaising with auditors, and maintaining accounting policies.

The ideal candidate will have 0–3 years' related experience, a BS/BA in Accounting or Finance, and strong MS Office skills. This is an on-site position with related safety requirements in Mobile, AL.

Qualifications

• 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 communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Detail oriented with a high degree of personal accountability.

Responsibilities

• Performs accounting responsibilities in accordance with GAAP and IFRS.
• Prepares month end closing journal entries and GL account reconciliations and investigates discrepancies.
• Assists with preparation and compilation of monthly and year-end financial reporting support schedules.
• Prepares reports and supporting documentation for account reconciliations.
• Assist with tagging and tracking of fixed assets.
• Coordinates with external and internal auditors to ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by Finance Management.
• Maintains written policy and procedures for area of responsibility.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School/GED

BS/BA Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

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.

Auto req ID

480808BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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.

City*: Mobile

State*: Alabama

Job_Category: Finance

Job Code: Accounting Accountant

Affiliate Sponsor: Austal USA