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Staff Accountant Mobile, AL
Job Location:
Job Location:
Mobile, AL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
13 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available toVeterans Transitioning Military National Guard and Reserve Members Military Spouses Wounded Warriors and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set education requirements and experience please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post.
REPORTS TO: Accounting Manager
SUPERVISES: N/A
AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs accounting responsibilities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Prepares month end closing journal entries and general ledger (GL) account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies in account balances.
Assists senior accounting personnel with preparation and compilation of monthly and year-end financial reporting support schedules for all Austal USA entities.
Prepares reports and supporting documentation for account reconciliations.
Assist with tagging and tracking of fixed assets.
Coordinates and liaisons with external and internal auditors/reviewers to ensure compliance with proper reporting requirements and deadlines.
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by Finance Management.
Maintains written policy and procedures for area of responsibility.
Maintains compliance with Company policies and procedures.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
BS/BA Accounting Finance or Business Administration with 0-3 years of experience in a related field preferably in manufacturing or corporate accounting required.
Proficient computer and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word Excel and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of FAR DFAR IFRS GAAP and CAS.
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams/organizations with attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail organization skills a must.
Flexible and has the capability to deliver results in a fast paced and high-volume environment.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Detail oriented with a high degree of personal accountability.
Ability to go in the shipyard including off-site warehouse(s) and Austals West Campus and conduct interviews. This includes physically climbing stairs and moving safely through constructions areas on and off vessels.
TOOLS: N/A
DIRECTION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.
DISCRETION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.
LIAISES WITH: Personnel from all departments to include management external auditors DCAA auditors.
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to a background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions bright flashing lights moving mechanical parts high precarious places outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL toxic or caustic chemicals and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud 90dB.
REPORTS TO: Accounting Manager
SUPERVISES: N/A
AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs accounting responsibilities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Prepares month end closing journal entries and general ledger (GL) account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies in account balances.
Assists senior accounting personnel with preparation and compilation of monthly and year-end financial reporting support schedules for all Austal USA entities.
Prepares reports and supporting documentation for account reconciliations.
Assist with tagging and tracking of fixed assets.
Coordinates and liaisons with external and internal auditors/reviewers to ensure compliance with proper reporting requirements and deadlines.
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by Finance Management.
Maintains written policy and procedures for area of responsibility.
Maintains compliance with Company policies and procedures.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:
BS/BA Accounting Finance or Business Administration with 0-3 years of experience in a related field preferably in manufacturing or corporate accounting required.
Proficient computer and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word Excel and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of FAR DFAR IFRS GAAP and CAS.
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams/organizations with attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail organization skills a must.
Flexible and has the capability to deliver results in a fast paced and high-volume environment.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Detail oriented with a high degree of personal accountability.
Ability to go in the shipyard including off-site warehouse(s) and Austals West Campus and conduct interviews. This includes physically climbing stairs and moving safely through constructions areas on and off vessels.
TOOLS: N/A
DIRECTION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.
DISCRETION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.
LIAISES WITH: Personnel from all departments to include management external auditors DCAA auditors.
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
18 years of age or older at time of application
Able to provide proof of US Person Status
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
Willing to submit to a drug screen
Willing to submit to a background check
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions bright flashing lights moving mechanical parts high precarious places outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL toxic or caustic chemicals and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud 90dB.
Required Experience:
IC
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