Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Aviation Ground Equipment Corp. is a manufacturer and military supplier. We are seeking a highly motivated Staff Accountant. This role will support Finance and Human Resources performing AP functions vendor payments and benefit administration. This role will contribute to the overall success of the finance team by providing accurate financial information and assisting with financial processes.

AGEC is a rapidly growing developer and manufacturer of commercial and military ground power and control equipment supporting military aircraft with Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Our men and women in the military rely on AGEC to deliver critical assets that protect this nation and our allies. We are seeking colleagues that enjoy a small business team atmosphere and desire to make a difference.

What you will do:

Accounts Payable

• Primary role and responsibilities - receive review and verify vendor invoices to ensure proper documentation and approval.
• Enter vendor invoices in Sage with accurate coding and compliance.
• Collaborate with the supply chain team to resolve vendor billing issues.
• Process weekly check runs ACH payments and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements investigate discrepancies and respond promptly to vendor inquiries.
• Maintain vendor master files in Sage including required documentation such as W-9 and 1099 information.

Month End Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform month-end close activities including preparing journal entries and completing account reconciliations.
• Manage vendor statements reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Monitor Accounts Receivable report on a weekly following up to ensure customers remain current credits are cleared and all balances are reviewed for necessary adjustments.
• Set up new employees within our Concur Travel system and assist with ad-hoc questions.

Benefit Administration and 401K

• Assist the Human Resource Manager with processing and uploading 401(k) contribution files to the provider portal.
• Support 401(k) funding reconciliation to ensure accurate employee deferrals and employer match contributions.
• Assist with benefit reconciliation including tracking cash-related activity and monitoring high-dollar claims for accuracy.
• Assist the Human Resource Manager with weekly payroll processing.

Ad-hoc Administration

• Assist the Controller with outside audit requests and gather necessary account information and documents.
• Assist in processing government invoices in WAWF VIMS and Commercial invoices to customers
• Collaborate with HR Payroll and Operations to resolve finance-related inquiries or administrative needs.
• Assist the Senior Accountant with various ad-hoc tasks
• Other duties as assigned.

What you will need:

• Bachelors degree in Finance or a related field.
• Three (3) plus years of experience in accounting finance and/or accounts payable.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles paired with an emphasis on strong analytical skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately interpret vendor invoices statements and other requests for payment.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers vendors employees and leaders.
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Advanced Excel proficiency including VLOOKUPS and XLOOKUPS.
• Sage 300 experience preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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