Senior Accounting Specialist

The Senior Accounting Specialist is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the organization's financial records. This role performs complex accounting tasks, including, journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end and year-end close processes, and may support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects. The Senior Accounting Specialist ensures compliance with GAAP and internal policies, supports audits, and may assist in budgeting and forecasting activities. This position collaborates cross-functionally with other departments to support overall financial health and decision-making.

Additional Information

Acron Aviation maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where allowed by law. Acron Aviation is an E-Verify employer.

U.S. Person Requirement

This position may require access to information, technology, software, or hardware that is subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. To comply with these requirements, applicants must qualify as a US Person.

Responsibilities

Month-End Close and General Ledger; General ledger accounting and maintenance; Prepare recurring and nonrecurring journal entries; Handle revenue recognition of sales contracts, accruals, prepaids, payroll, and other assigned entries; Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items; Review and analyze P&L activity; Investigate and explain account and P&L variances; Support month-end and year-end close; Assist with monthly management reporting and variance analysis; Support internal and external audits; Work cross-functionally with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting; Process Improvement and Partnership; Identify and implement improvements to close, costing and reconciliation processes, including ERP and automation enhancements.; Identify and improve certain business policies and procedures; Other; Assists with annual financial statement audit

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.; 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, experience in manufacturing environment preferred.; Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, particularly inventory (ASC 606) revenue recognition.; Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations and journal entries in a deadline-driven setting.; Proficiency with an ERP system (SAP).; Advanced Excel skills.; CPA or progress toward certification.; Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal control testing.