Staff Accountant; Payroll & Accounting

Position: Staff Accountant (Payroll & Accounting)
A growing aviation MRO organization is seeking a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations, payroll processing, accounts receivable activities, reconciliations, and month-end accounting functions. This position plays a key role in both accounting and payroll administration and requires hands-on experience using UKG Ready for end-to-end payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, attention to detail, and experience supporting payroll and financial activities within a manufacturing, aerospace, aviation, or similar operational environment.

Responsibilities:
* Process and manage weekly, bi-weekly, or periodic payroll activities using UKG Ready
* Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity
* Maintain accounts receivable records, aging reports, and customer account files
* Monitor customer payments and assist with resolving billing discrepancies
* Process cash receipts, cash applications, and related accounting transactions
* Maintain daily bank activity records and support cash management functions
* Prepare monthly customer statements and accounting reports
* Assist with inventory cycle count audits and financial reconciliations
* Support month-end close activities and accounting documentation
* Provide accounting support to management and leadership teams
* Maintain accurate and organized financial records

Qualifications:

* 2+ years of accounting experience with a degree or 5+ years of accounting experience without a degree
* Hands-on payroll processing experience using UKG Ready (Required)
* Experience managing payroll for approximately 50-100 employees
* Experience with General Ledger reconciliations, Journal entries, Cash applications, Bank reconciliations, and A/R functions
* Strong Microsoft Excel skills
* Aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, or supply-chain industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
* Experience with Quantum ERP
* Experience with WAWF invoicing
* Bilingual English/Spanish