at VECCO-Wichita, Inc in Wichita, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Job Summary
The Accounting Analyst is responsible for preparing monthly financial reporting packages and other higher level accounting activities. Follows standard procedures, processes and schedules as established by the accounting process owner. Maintains a continuous improvement and learning mindset. Experience in Aviation and/or Epicor is highly preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities – None.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
This position involves knowledge of confidential information. Such information will be handled with
the utmost discretion.
Responsibilities
- Reviews month-end closing activities including sub-ledger reconciliations, journal entries, balance sheets, cost allocations and account reconciliations. Prepares and analyzes month-end financial statements.
- Supports revenue cycle processes including cash application against accounts receivables.
- Tracks capital spending and administers the fixed assets system.
- Monitors and reconciles intercompany transactions and settlements.
- Is the audit liaison with the company’s public auditors and other agency or internal auditors. Collaborates appropriately, identifies and resolves operating issues, and completes in a timely manner. Identifies and resolves system issues and generates reports to document.
- Works collaboratively with payroll and other functional groups within the business to gather or provide information and address questions/problems.
- Is supportive of and participates in continuous improvement projects; takes advantage of tools and programs that will increase the accuracy and efficiency of accounting practices.
- May work on general accounting or financial planning and analysis special projects. Makes presentations to staff within the business and/or company management, as needed.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor or manager, in addition to the
essential functions listed above.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Understanding of US GAAP, internal controls and related regulations
- Working knowledge of federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and cost accounting standards (CAS)
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel (e.g. V-Look Up and Pivot Tables) and PowerPoint.
- Possesses and maintains good organizational skills and detail orientation.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external business partners.
- Uses good judgement and discretion; can ask questions and raise issues/concerns constructively and in a timely manner.
