Sr. Financial Accountant

Position: Sr. Financial Accountant (USI8) (2998)
Location: Northern

# Sr. Financial Accountant (USI8) (2998)
Independence, KS 67301## Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift1st Shift Category Non  DOT - Safety Sensitive Position## Description
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* SUMMARY:

** The Senior Financial Accountant will lead key financial functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and analysis. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant preparation of monthly financial reports. Success in this role requires strong accounting expertise, analytical thinking, and effective problem-solving skills.
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* DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

** Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
** Monthly Close
*** Own the monthly/quarterly/yearly close process, including preparation and/or review of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, and various GL analysis for one or more business units.
* Proactively identify process improvements.
* Support, monitor and implement cycle count processes for all Segment within Aviation to ensure inventory levels reflect the operations.
* Draft inventory reports that document inventory counts, discrepancies, and other statistical data.
* Track daily inventory adjustment to identify opportunities in the inventory process.
* Research and perform any necessary stock adjustments.
* Reconcile inventory against our ERP system and perform root cause analysis to correct any discrepancies.
* Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions by reviewing daily subledger batches.
** Financial Reporting
*** Responsible for managing the review and the preparation of financial statement reporting deliverables, adhering to established timelines and protocols.
* Research and interpret complex accounting standards and provide guidance on their application.
* Oversee and ensure proper Fixed Asset management.
* Analyze actual performance against forecasted results to identify variances, trends, and key business insights.
* Evaluate operational and financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource allocation
* Collaborate with business units to gather inputs and challenge assumptions used in forecasts and budgets.
** Compliance
* ** Serve as a primary liaison for external auditors during financial and internal audits.
* Provide supporting documentation and address audit queries.
* Support an internal control structure that ensures the integrity of information maintained in all financial areas.
* Ensure financial reports comply with GAAP.
** Other
* ** Participate in system implementations, such as ERP upgrades or integrations.
* Aid in the implementation of ad-hoc software modules.
* Assist with the financial integration of new acquisitions.
* Train and mentor junior accounting staff.
* Share technical expertise across the accounting team.
* Partner with FP&A, Legal, Tax, and Operations teams to provide accounting guidance on business transactions.
* Other duties as assigned.## Qualifications
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* MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

*** Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
* 6+ years of relevant technical accounting experience.  + CPA certification is equivalent to 3 years of public accounting experience or 4 years of corporate accounting experience.
* Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulations.
* Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Quick Books, Quantum).
* Advanced MS Excel skills and experience with financial modeling and analysis.
* Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
* Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to adapt to fast-paced environment and changing business priorities.
** PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
*** Master’s degree in accounting.
* 8+ years relevant work experience.
* Sarbanes Oxley experience.
* Experience with a Big Four or national public accounting firm.
** OTHER:
*** The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.