Accounting Specialist

Location:

Overland Park, United States of America Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

Accounting Specialist Overland Park, KS (Hybrid) Position Summary Thales is looking for an Accounting Specialist, who will play a key role in supporting the organization’s financial operations through a broad range of accounting and financial activities. In this position, you will manage accounts payable and receivable, cash management, reconciliations, and month-end close activities while helping ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

You will also support financial reporting, maintain compliance with internal controls and accounting policies, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of accounting processes. Your attention to detail, analytical skills, and collaborative approach will help drive operational excellence and support the organization’s financial success. Regulatory Compliance Requirements Must be a US Person as defined in applicable law.

Key Areas of Responsibility Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice processing, payment administration, collections, billing, cash application, account reconciliations, and resolution of vendor and customer inquiries. Perform cash management and treasury activities, including daily cash receipts, bank reconciliations, electronic banking administration, and support for cash flow forecasting. Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records by ensuring compliance with GAAP, internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements, while supporting internal and external audits. Analyze financial transactions, aging reports, account activity, and payment trends to identify discrepancies, mitigate financial risk, improve cash flow, and provide management reporting. Drive continuous process improvements by strengthening accounting controls, enhancing operational efficiency, improving data accuracy, and collaborating cross-functionally to support business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant accounting experience. Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, and financial reconciliations. Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting best practices. Experience supporting month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliation activities. Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, ERP/accounting systems, and strong verbal and written communication skills. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future. Special Position Requirements Experience with SAP, Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), or other enterprise financial systems.

Experience in a manufacturing, government contracting, or multi-entity accounting environment. Experience supporting internal and external audits and maintaining compliance with internal controls. Knowledge of government contract accounting requirements and applicable compliance standards. Demonstrated ability to identify, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance…