Accounting - Specialist II - Thales Defense & Security : Job Details

Great River, NY, US, 11739

Advanced Acoustic Concepts, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary Thales Defense & Security Inc., is a technical leader in the fields of sonar systems, sonar signal processing, acoustic training systems, and open architecture system and software integration. The venture focuses on emerging areas in the undersea warfare domain where the customer has identified mission-critical needs. For additional information about Advanced Acoustic Concepts, please visit our website at:

Job Title: Specialist I Accounting

Job Location: Great River, NY

Duration: 6-9 months

Summary

Perform a variety of more complex accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of more complex accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures
• Post and balance financial data in various ledgers such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
• Troubleshoot general payroll questions
• Check and verify transactions to ensure consistency and accuracy of accounting documents
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Years of Experience and Education Level

• 2+ years of related experience, Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent training with 2+ years of directly related experience
• Familiarity with accounting and bookkeeping procedures is required

Specialties may include:

Accounts Payable

• Verify accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents
• Prepare and review supplier invoices for payment
• Prepare checks for signature
• Maintain vendor files and communicate status of payments as required
• Identify, investigate, and follow up on billing discrepancies
• Enter data into accounting system and prepare reports
• Knowledge of 3-way match
• Expense Report processing - Review employee expenses to align with policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of Per Diems related to expense reports.

Accounts Receivable

• Process and research customer invoices
• Analyze and assist in collections
• Enter data into accounting system and prepare reports

General Ledger

• Account Reconciliations
• Process Journal Entries

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (up to 20lbs.): up to 25% of time
• Walking: up to 25% of time
• Climbing, Bending, Standing, Stooping: up to 10% of time
• Sitting: up to 75% of time
• Travel: up to 10% of time

We offer a full spectrum of benefits including healthcare benefits, paid time off, holidays, tuition assistance, life insurance, short/long term disability and other insurance plans, subject to eligibility or requirements. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, which includes a matching percentage. This position is also eligible for a bonus plan in addition to the base pay range listed above.

The current schedule for this position is:

• 9/80 work schedule, every other Friday off

Advanced Acoustic Concepts, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AAC is an E-Verify employer

Innovation Enabled, Mission Focused.

The Company values the talent, experience and diversity of its employees and seeks to foster a culture that is open, honest, fair, and equitable. We strive to accomplish this through adherence to our core values of Integrity, Quality, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Diversity & Inclusion.

INTEGRITY: As a people of integrity, we firmly adhere to codes of conduct and ethical principles, and strive to do what is right. We value a culture of trust, honesty, and respect. We demand ethical thinking and conduct, whereby ethics and accountability always come first.Quality: We set high standards of performance for ourselves and others to consistently deliver excellent products and services. We adhere to quality levels demanded by our customers and assume responsibility and accountability to achieve excellence.

CUSTOMER FOCUS: We work to create ongoing and mutually beneficial long-term relationships with customers based on trust. We go above and beyond to meet customer needs and strive to exceed their expectations.INNOVATION: We believe in investing in innovation that makes a positive impact through our technology and products. We continue to foster an environment that rewards innovation and effective change.DIVERSITY & INCLUSION: We continually foster an environment that values different points of view and enables all employees to contribute to their full potential. We cooperate together as a diverse workforce serving a diverse population.

Nearest Major Market: Long Island Nearest Secondary Market: New York CIty