Staff Accountant

Accountant

Whippany Actuation Systems, a fast-paced and innovative aerospace manufacturer specializing in electromechanical actuators for both commercial and military applications, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our finance team as our newest Staff Accountant. Their primary focus will be supporting accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and routine reconciliations. This position is important to the accuracy and efficiency of the company's day-to-day financial operations and supports the broader accounting team in month-end close, audit preparation, and process documentation.

In this role, you would typically:

• Assist in maintaining the general ledger by ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent postings in accordance with accounting policies and GAAP.
• Perform month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, prepaid amortization, and weekly/monthly financial reports and metrics.
• Assist with validating the cost of goods sold (COGS), including labor, scrap, rework, and overhead allocation, and work closely with Operations to investigate variances and manage costs.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, and Business Unit teams to trend sales, margins, and variances and identify areas for performance improvement.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing, payment runs, vendor inquiries, customer invoicing, credit memos, and resolution of payment discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records and assist with annual 1099 reporting.
• Process and report on weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain accurate financial data within the ERP system and support transaction integrity across financial modules.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

We require:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting and/or finance experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis tools).
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with minimal to no supervision.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Eligibility Requirements:

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. Whippany Actuation Systems will require proof of status before employment.

We would really like to see:

• Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of standard and actual costing methods.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, procedures, and experience processing payroll through ADP Workforce Now or Vantage.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
• Bias for action. Ability to recognize problems, drive resolution, and follow through to completion.
• Results-oriented. Drives to achieve both short- and long-term goals.
• Innovative/Creative - drives to develop proprietary, product-differentiating technologies.
• Strong communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.

Compensation and Benefits:
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $85,000 to $105,000 per year. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position."

At Whippany Actuation Systems, we believe that our success can only be credited to the hard work and dedication of our employees. To support our employees, we offer a variety of benefit options so they can choose the coverage based on what is important to their unique lifestyle. These include medical, dental, vision, ID protection, legal insurance, pet insurance, tuition assistance program, and an employee assistance program. In addition, we provide 401K with immediate company match, life insurance, AD&D coverage, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Lastly, active employees are eligible for generous paid time off including 12 paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Our Commitment:

Whippany Actuation Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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