Title Senior Accountant

TRIUMPH Mexicali; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, andvision

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Triumph Integrated Systems in Forest, Ohio is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day plant accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting for our manufacturing operations.

You will collaborate with operations and supply chain, support audits, and drive process improvements while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls. A bachelor's degree and 5+ years in accounting, including manufacturing, are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2-3 in a manufacturing environment.
• ERP & systems proficiency.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and product costing.
• Manage inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventory reconciliation, and obsolescence reserves.
• Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
• Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and report findings to plant management.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including capital expenditure tracking.
• Maintain and improve internal controls related to plant accounting and inventory.
• Partner with operations, production, and supply chain teams to provide financial insight and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, tax regulations, and sound internal control practices.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.
• Partnering with AP, AR, payroll, and operations to ensure proper treatment.

Skills

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

GAAP

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field

Tools

Infor Syteline

Job description

Senior Accountant

Location: Forest, OH, US, 45843

Business Unit: Systems and Support

Function: Finance

TRIUMPH designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their hardest problems. So whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, TRIUMPH is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer.

TRIUMPH participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components, to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact all while working with state‑of‑the‑art equipment on cutting‑edge projects. If you're ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you'll explore a future with TRIUMPH.

Triumph Integrated Systems – Electronics and Controls, located in Forest, Ohio, is a leading independent aerospace supplier of mission critical thermal and fluid management products for commercial and military platforms. The company provides solutions utilized on aircraft, engine, advanced weapons pods, cruise missiles, avionics & electronic systems.

Business Overview

Triumph Systems Electronics and Controls (SEC) is a leading independent aerospace fuel‑system supplier serving the entire life cycle of commercial, military, helicopter, and business jet markets, across design, development, manufacturing and aftermarket opportunities. With approximately 700 employees across three locations: West Hartford, CT; Windsor, CT; and Forest, OH, we design and manufacture advanced Thermal, Hydraulics & Actuation, Electronics, and Hydromechanical solutions that power some of the world’s most demanding aerospace applications.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the manufacturing plant, including cost accounting, month‑end close, inventory valuation, and financial reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial data to support plant operations, cost control, and decision‑making by plant leadership and corporate finance. The Senior Accountant collaborates with operations & other cross‑functional teams, assists with audits and contributes to process improvements that enhance efficiency and integrity of financial operations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and product costing
• Manage inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventory reconciliation, and obsolescence reserves
• Perform month‑end and year‑end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
• Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and report findings to plant management
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including capital expenditure tracking
• Maintain and improve internal controls related to plant accounting and inventory
• Partner with operations, production, and supply chain teams to provide financial insight and support cost‑reduction initiatives
• Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of supporting schedules
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, tax regulations, and sound internal control practices
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Support fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations
• Partnering with AP, AR, payroll, and operations to ensure proper treatment

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2‑3 in a manufacturing environment
• ERP & systems proficiency
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modeling)
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Operational accounting experience (fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, inventory)
• Infor Syteline experience
• High technical aptitude
• Prior AR experience
• Prior audit experience

Physical Requirements

• The ability to remain seated for long period of time while working on computer or editing.
• Long period of viewing data on a computer screen and/or on paper are a necessity.
• Ability to interact with a diversity of people and diverse levels of personnel.
• Ability to lift up-to 15 lbs. infrequently.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and life insurance
• Incentives and performance‑based rewards
• Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity

Work Environment And Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters 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 is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Our Vision

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values

• Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
• Teamwork – Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
• Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
• Innovation – Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
• Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.

Code Of Conduct

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, And Safety (EHS)

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via [e-mail].

Nearest Major Market: Lima

Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay