Financial Accountant

REPORTS TO: Assistant Controller

SUPERVISES: N/A

• 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 analysis for all Austal USA entities
• Responsible for preparation and compilation of monthly and year-end financial reporting support schedules for all Austal USA entities
• Analyze data to produce accurate variance analysis reports and metrics
• Coordinates and liaisons with external and internal auditors/reviewers to ensure compliance with proper reporting requirements and deadlines
• Supports audits by Defense Contracting Audit Agency (DCAA) which includes data compilation, analysis of financial trends, and reconciliation of data to supporting documentation
• Prepares support schedules for annual budgeting and forecasting process for Austal USA entities
• Performs monthly GL account reconciliations and analyzes discrepancies (including bank reconciliations and intercompany account reconciliations)
• Investigates and resolves discrepancies in account balances
• Ensures proper capitalization, depreciation and disposal of fixed assets in accordance with Company policies and accounting standards
• Processes capital expenditure (CapEX) requests to ensure compliance with Company policy and threshold requirements
• Maintains and reconciles fiscal inventory of fixed assets
• Prepares annual Property tax and Business License filings for all Austal USA locations. Liaisons with local tax authorities with regards to annual tax appeals and facilitates coordination of tax abatements when facility expansion occurs.
• Prepares monthly sales and use tax returns for multiple state locations
• Reviews account coding on indirect purchase orders and non P.O invoices
• 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

• BS/BA Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with 3-5 years of experience in a related field, preferably in manufacturing or corporate accounting, preferred.
• Proficient computer and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and CAS
• Government contracting experience, a plus
• 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
• Working knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning system a plus
• Ability to go in the shipyard, including off-site warehouse(s) and Austal’s 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.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.