Accountant

Job Description Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition. Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers. POSITION SUMMARY Sonaca North America is currently seeking an entry-level Accountant. The responsibilities of this position will change every six to twelve months, allowing the Accountant to gain a general understanding of Sonaca North America’s business and various accounting and finance specialties. These specialties include the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, General Ledger and Financial Analysis functions of the finance and accounting team. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Learn and execute effectively and accurately all related tasks of each assigned specialty. Identify and attempt to resolve issues as they are incurred in all tasks, transactions, reconciliations, and analysis. Look for and communicate areas for process improvements to drive efficiency and effectiveness. Support implementation of process improvements in all functions. Travel Required Limited EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance Excellent PC skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities and shifting time requirements. Must be able to promote a participative, team-oriented environment, working with customers (both internal and external), all employees, vendors, and others in a professional and respectful manner. Excellent communication skills and be able to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing. Ability to read, analyze and interpret accounting procedures and rules Ability to write reports, business correspondence, work instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, employees, and vendors. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, accounting and financial calculations and projections. Ability to produce and interpret financial reports in graph and diagram form. WHY CHOOSE SONACA NORTH AMERICA? We take care of our people. 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution PTO and Paid Holidays Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance Short-term and long-term disability programs Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources Tuition assistance This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The responsibilities, tasks, and duties may differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be required. This document does not create an employment contract. Employees of the Company are employed on an “at will” basis and may be terminated at any time. Sonaca North America is an equal employment opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, Sonaca North America provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who seek to access the company’s online application system. If an applicant is unable to fully access the online application system, Sonaca North America will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities may contact us at 636-916-2400 for assistance accessing the on-line application system. Callers should have a detailed description of the requested accommodation, their name and preferred method of contact ready for Sonaca North America‘s Human Resources Department. Sonaca North America will make every effort to respond within two (2) business days. This phone number is not for the general submission of application materials. Sonaca North America is an E-Verify Employer. Sonaca North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Veterans Employer NOTICE ON FRAUDULENT JOB OFFERS It has been brought to our attention that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Sonaca North America and/or its affiliates (“LMI Aerospace”). This type of fraud is normally carried out through online services such as false websites, or through fake e-mails or call from people claiming to be from the company. These persons offer fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants and often ask for sensitive personal and financial information. The fraudsters may also request recipients to provide personal information and/or to make payments as part of their fake recruiting process. Sonaca North America does not ask for any financial commitments from candidates as a pre-employment requirement and will always require candidates to formally apply for positions via the Careers Page or job postings. Sonaca North America has no responsibility for fraudulent offers and if you believe you have been a victim of a fraudulent job offer concerning Sonaca North America, please email info@sonaca-na.com. Sonaca North America is driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence. As a leading provider of aerospace and defense solutions, we are dedicated to making air and space travel safe and sustainable. We have 13 locations across North America and our engineering expertise and operational excellence set us apart from the competition. Since the beginning in 1948, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services that are reliable, safe, and efficient. Our team of experts is dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the aerospace and defense industry, utilizing the latest technologies and processes to ensure that we deliver the best possible solutions to our customers.