Staff AccountantWichita, Kansas, United States

Staff Accountant

When you join the Verus Aerospace team, you are more than a number you are a valued part of our company family. Superior craftsmanship, employee pride and a shared commitment to continuous improvement are the foundation of our success. We have a strong reputation for professionalism and quality in the aerospace industry. Our company is committed to excellence and we recognize that the right people, offering their ideas and expertise, will enable us to continue our success. We seek team members who are passionate, adaptable, driven to achieve quality results, focused on continuous improvement, self-motivated and problem solvers.

Position Summary

As the Staff Accountant for Verus you will be responsible for preparing journal entries, detailed reports and account reconciliations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, employer's benefit costs, accruals and prepaid expenses.
• Prepare ledger entries by maintaining files and records, and reconciling accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Prepare and analyze account reconciliations.
• Processes Invoices for Vendors and performs accounts payable functions and record keeping within the organization's established policies.
• Reviews invoices, bills, vouchers, or other documents for accuracy, completeness and corrections before entering into records.
• Perform expense coding, voucher preparation, match and accurately enter AP invoices into System (Visual) including inventory, freight, expense reports and other types of expenses.
• Route invoices and obtain approvals from Department Managers.
• Research and obtain necessary supporting documents and approval. Follow-through on discrepancy issues and approvals.
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice / expense reports, recording entries.
• Produces check run with necessary back up for approval (weekly) and mail checks after signatures are obtained.
• Reconcile vendor statements to system payable balances, research and correct discrepancies.
• Maintain Filing for AP documents.
• Respond to email and voicemail correspondence promptly.
• Keep Supervisor aware of problem issues with vendors.
• Provide month-end accrual information by the end of day 2 of close.
• Provide supporting documentation for audits.
• Contact customers regarding overdue accounts.
• Monitor AR Aging report.
• Investigate and resolve customer inquiries.
• Work with the Program Manager in reconciling payments, credits and any short-pays.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Pay Range

$45,000 - $50,000

Physical and Environmental Demands

Manufacturing environment may be exposed to noise levels, dust, grime and heat. Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment.