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Astronics Senior Accountant in Lake Zurich, Illinois
Senior Accountant
Astronics Subsidiary Astronics CSC
Location Lake Zurich, IL
Description
Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification (formerly Telefonix PDT and Astronics Armstrong Aerospace) serves as the experienced, global market leader for in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for aircraft. As a systems certification provider, Astronics CSC has worked on over 100 projects for industry partners to upgrade commercial and business aircraft with new passenger power systems, IFEC navigation, communication and flight safety systems. Additionally, Astronics CSC offers proven IFEC hardware systems, flexible design platforms, high customer satisfaction, and long-term relationships with industry leaders to help make the connected aircraft a reality. The company now employs over 300 employees, and is a six-time recipient of Chicagos Best and Brightest Employers to Work For award.
Summary
Responsible for accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, account analysis, monthly close.
The essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Create new projects in accounting system and various other schedules.
Prepare customer invoices by reviewing customer’s purchase order, monitoring project’s progress and invoice at milestones, and invoicing at completion of onsite support. Maintain various schedules to record project progress.
Monitor accounts receivable and perform collection duties when invoices are past due including resending invoices, issuing monthly statements, and contacting customers for payment.
Review subcontractors’ bills to identify items that require invoicing to customers and any possible over and above charges.
Review payroll timesheets for reasonableness and to identifying any invoicing opportunity including time and material projects and over and above.
Perform analysis of projects to monitor progress, profitability, and comparison of actual costs and time spent to estimated amounts.
Prepares monthly journal entries, account analysis, reconciliations, and monthly close tasks as assigned.
Review accounts payable tasks.
Prepare vendor payments for approval.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required:
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Minimum of three years public and practical accounting experience
Preferred:
Certified Public Accountant.
Experience working in the aerospace industry.
An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check, and applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.
Astronics CSC offers a competitive benefit package which is available to full-time employees. Part-time employees may be eligible on a pro-rated basis for the benefits listed.
Stay Healthy – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity.
Save for the Future – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Find Balance – Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program
Time for You – Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
Professional Growth - Tuition Reimbursement Program
Accommodation Request
Astronics CSC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail CSC.HR@astronics.com or call: 847-244-4500. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
COVID-19 Considerations
The safety, health and well-being of our employees remains our top priority. Astronics is practicing employee safety precautions while onsite.
Position Requirements
See above.
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.
We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.
EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
This position is currently accepting applications.