Austal USA

Cost Accountant II

Mobile, AL · Mid

No sponsorshipDetected 30 days ago

Financial AnalysisAccountingExcelERPAR/VRMicrosoft OfficeGAAPIFRSFinancial ReportingVariance Analysis

About the role

This includes physically climbing stairs and moving safely through constructions areas on and off vessels.

Performs accounting responsibilities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Maintains full knowledge of assigned Projects including budgets, forecasts, actual cost and variance analysis
Performs weekly and monthly allocations of material and labor in accordance with established policies and procedures
Performs weekly and monthly Project inventory analysis, costing reviews and reconciliations to general ledger (GL)
Maintains Project status reports and responsible for preparation of Project Close-out reports to ensure timely closure of completed work scopes
Creates ad hoc reports and metrics as needed
Maintains working knowledge of the Material Management Accounting Systems (MMAS)
Supports audits by Defense Contracting Audit Agency (DCAA) which includes data compilation, analysis of financial trends, and reconciliation of data to supporting documentation
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by Finance Management
Maintains written policy and procedures for area of responsibility

BS/BA Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with 3-5 years of experience in a related field, preferably in manufacturing or corporate accounting, required
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.
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 Austal's West Campus, and conduct interviews.
The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.
Acts as back-up for invoicing when needed or required.
Proficient computer and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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 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.
Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with

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.
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
TOOLS: N/A DIRECTION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.

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