Supervisor, Accounting

Job Description

Overview

Rapiscan Systems AS&E, an OSI Systems Company is seeking an Accounting Supervisor based out of Billerica, MA.

We are proud to be a trusted provided of advanced x-ray technologies for ports, borders, military, high-threat facilities and critical infrastructure all over the world.

Be a part of our mission to provide our customers with best-in-class cargo and vehicle screening systems and services so they can combat terrorism, trade fraud, drug and weapon smuggling, and illegal immigration.

Responsibilities

• Ensures accuracy and efficiency in all transactions.
• Assist in leading the month-end financial close process for all U.S. Security entities to ensure an accurate and timely close.
• Lead all intercompany accounting activities for all Security U.S. entities.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations that range in complexity.
• Review and prepare payroll-related journal entries for all Security U.S. entities.
• Provide training and guidance for accounting staff.
• Assist and support the Security Adjustment entity.
• Assist in preparing and distributing monthly internal reports on a timely basis.
• Assist in year-end audits and quarterly reviews by preparing schedules and other necessary data.
• Assist in developing and implementing new procedures and features to enhance the department's workflow.
• Work with shared-services accounting to ensure AP transactions are properly posted and the AP ledger is closed monthly.
• Responsible for analyzing monthly product line financial statements, with a focus on gross margin accuracy and overhead expense trends.
• Participate in all financial and internal control compliance audits to ensure a strong SOX-compliant control environment.
• Support management with special projects.
• Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem.
• Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or commensurate experience required.
• At least 7 years of accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role strongly desired.
• Understanding of GAAP and basic accounting concepts.
• Strong accounting background, including thorough knowledge of revenue recognition principles, manufacturing / standard costing, and project accounting.
• Ability to multitask and perform against challenging deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.
• Outstanding reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Strong Excel user with a high level of proficiency in other MS Office products required.
• Experience with Microsoft D is desired but not required.
• Must organize / prioritize work, manage multiple tasks and projects, and function effectively as a team member.
28 days ago