Accounting Specialist I (REF1903G)
Location
Merrimack, NH | United States
Job description
Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For
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Job Description
Performs a variety of related Accounts Payable support tasks to help assure that vendors are paid properly and on a timely basis. Compiles, verifies, summarizes, and records data as required for the proper maintenance of the Accounts Payable system. Investigates, recommends, and takes necessary action to resolve discrepancies.
- Research inquiries from vendors regarding apparent delinquent payments, investigate to determine cause or conditions regarding payment timing, coordinate corrective action where necessary and provide appropriate information to vendor.
- Review, verify, record, and compile various types of accounting and statistical data using standard prescribed methods, tabulated lists, reports, sub‑ledgers, journal vouchers, and verbal instructions.
- Interpret information from a variety of Accounts Payable related documents such as invoices, purchase orders, and inspection and receiving reports to verify and determine data to be entered.
- Investigate apparent delays in the flow of Accounts Payable related documents with personnel in Purchasing, requisitioning departments, inspection, and receiving areas. Identify causes for delays and expedite corrective action for timely processing.
- Prepare and process the intercompany invoices while updating the related excel project tracking spreadsheets. Work closely with the Controller, AP Manager, and Project Managers to reconcile accounts which requires a high level of accounting knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Prepare and process the weekly check runs as scheduled for standard and wire payments. Prioritize the vendor payments to take full advantage of cash discounts offered, special terms, and high priority vendors.
- Process expense reimbursements, assist in setting up and training new users, assist in the batch imports into Oracle Accounts Payable and process the payment batch as required.
- Assist in the preparation of accounting statements, reconciliations, and reports to develop solutions to a variety of accounting problems. Be proactive in communicating action items to the respective employees to assist in the reconciliation process.
- Support audits by external financial auditing team, government agencies, and internal parties.
- Ensure proper signature authority and approval level exists on all invoices before processing for payment.
- Inform Manager on work flow, controls, policies, procedures, and potential problems.
- Assist in testing and implementation of approved revisions in accounting systems processes and procedures.
- Train and assist Accounts Payable employees in the performance of their duties. May be required to assign work based on priorities, complexity of work and ability of individuals.
- Assist in the preparation of special accounting reports and analytical reviews.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education requirements consist of an associate degree in accounting or related discipline OR minimum 4 years of accounting or accounts payable experience.
Additional Information
Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:
Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
Flexible Vacation & PTO
Hybrid work options at many locations
Paid Parental Leave
Generous Employee Referral Program
Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related
qualifications
without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status.
EEO STATEMENT:
Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individual with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ACCESSIBILITY:
Elbit Systems of America 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 email [email protected] .
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