Government Compliance Accountant Salary in San Diego, CA

Hawthorne CAT is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Hawthorne CAT participates in E-VerifySenior Corporate AccountantUS-CA-San DiegoJob ID: 2024-2820Type: Regular Full-Time# of Openings: 1Category: Accounting/FinanceHawthorne - Rancho BernardoOverviewWe Build Better CommunitiesBe Part of the Hawthorne Difference! Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led the equipment industry for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government. Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE). If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve. Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.We are currently seeking talented individuals for our Senior Corporate Accountant position!Here is some of what you’ll do…POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Corporate Accountant is primarily responsible for overseeing the monthly accounting close process, preparing financial statements, and coordinating information requests for various external auditors. Additionally, the position prepares ad hoc reports for operational departments, ensures proper accounting in accordance with GAAP, and assists in various projects to streamline processes.ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analyzing account informationReconciles and analyzes accounts to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and accounts balance to sub ledgers. Researches and resolves any issues identified.Consolidates, reconciles, reviews, and analyzes financial information and supportingdocumentation for submission and/or reporting.Performs statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and document findings.Ensures that periodic revenues are recognized in compliance with US GAAP and applicable company policies.Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation.Partners with the operations team to address inquiries on unusual transactionsPrepares annual consolidated financials statements including footnotes and external reporting packages.Calculates, records and classifies monthly revenues from the company's different products, performs analytical procedures and investigates fluctuations from budget with different business unitsSpearheads our annual financial auditsOther duties as assigned.QualificationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with five (5) years general accounting experience.CPA PreferredAdvanced computer skills required using Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and ERP systemsExperience with month-end/year-end close processExperience working for a company whose financial statements are auditedExperience in accounting software conversions preferred, but not requiredUnderstanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Must have a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a clean driving recordAbility to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to effectively present information to leadership.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Walking: Moving about on foot often up and down stairs.Handling: Works with hands.Lifting: May lift up to 25 lbs.Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.Standing: Remains in standing position If required to perform various functions of the job.Vision: Reads paperwork and records on the computer.Talking: Communicates via telecommunications and in person.Sitting: Sits at desk. Sits for long periods of time.ENVIRONMENTAL: Noise: May work in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.Temp/Weather: Works in an office environment.Here’s what we Offer…Competitive CompensationA great work environment and cultureCareer growth and advancement opportunitiesTrainingMedical, Dental and Vision plansMedical Video Appointments availableHealth Savings Account availablePaid Time Off (PTO) Pay401(k) Plan + Company MatchingHealth and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsLife & Accident InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramsLegal PlanTravel Assistance PlanWellness ProgramsReferral Bonus ProgramLongevity Bonus ProgramRecognition Programs and much moreHawthorne CAT discountsBoot ReimbursementTuition ReimbursementCompany-Supplied UniformsAdvanced Technical TrainingEstimated Compensation $75,000 to $90,000 annuallyACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.PI239062597

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:Proactively manage all Non-Labor costs for the assigned Program.Responsible for supervision, training, and development of Purchasing Program Financial Analyst, Material Analyst, and Purchasing Material Lead/Coordinators in the daily performance of their duties to ensure material, service, and budget requirements are met.Responsible for development and reporting of all Program Non-Labor financial information, estimates at completion, earned value, cash flow projections, foreign currency projections, status to Key Performance Indicators, approval of service/milestone invoices, material procurement status, and proposal costs.Responsible for the establishment and performance reporting to the Material Performance Measurement Baselines and Control Account Plans.Responsible for continuous and process improvements to all Non-Labor budgets, including assigning and driving cost initiatives along with other departments within the organization.Identify programmatic risks and develop, implement, and manage corrective actions, as appropriate.Provide adequate cost and schedule variance explanations utilized in Corporate and Government reporting including root cause analyses and mitigation plans to offset cost increases.Responsible for establishing company cash flow projections for Non-Labor for all Program vessels and accountable with other departments for driving performance to meet the targets.Create and manage detailed financial projections for foreign exchange exposures, and provide analysis to Executive Management and the Corporate Office to include communication with Austal Limited CFO and staff.Responsible for ensuring internal and external customers have current procurement information to support material needs and all Program meetings are supported. Includes status reporting of on-time deliveries and material risks throughout the length of the program.Provide support for program related formal reviews or meetings with government EVMS representatives to include Integrated Baseline Reviews, Production Readiness Reviews, and other as required.Identify, investigate and provide profitable/strategic solutions regarding potential risks/opportunities along with other departments within the organization.Program Lead for the development and calculation of Non-Labor costs including Bill of Material analysis in support of new proposals from the US Government.Responsible for developing proposal/new contract award notional procurement timelines and monitoring procurement status to support Program schedules.Companywide resource for all questions involving Program Non-Labor costs, such as foreign exchange rates, billing codes, supplier invoicing, cash flow projections, and costs to be incurred through delivery of each shipset.Other responsibilities include development of innovative cost models; rent vs buy analyses, support and preparation of CAPEX requests, material delivery statusing, requisition review, and financial support for Production Management as needed.QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's Degree required15 years of blended experience in Financial, Supply Chain and Program Management.Ability to analyze data and communicate analysis with people ranging from Control Account Managers, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Austal Executive Management, Corporate Office, and Government EVMS Representatives.Knowledge of ERP Systems a plus.Ability to recognize critical situations and immediately take action.Demonstrate high initiative and drive to address problems and drive to resolution.Ability to manage time and meet multiple projects with competing deadlines.ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:All candidates must meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines:18 years or older at time of applicationAble to provide proof of US Person statusNo felony convictions of theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years from disposition dateNo felony convictions of drug crimes within three years from disposition dateWilling to submit to a drug screenWilling to submit to a background checkTOOLS:Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Advanced Microsoft Excel skills requiredProficiency in EVMS software preferredDIRECTION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to assign work, supervise subordinate team members.DISCRETION EXERCISED: Full discretionary authority to correct, discipline and recommend pay increases.LIAISES WITH:Austal Executive Management, Corporate Executive Management, Senior Manager Purchasing, Procurement Managers, Buyers, Supply Chain Compliance Coordinator, Senior Manager Logistics, Austal Cost Accountants, EVMS Accountants, Austal Control Account Managers, Government Program Office, Team EVMS representatives, and Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SupShip) EVMS representatives.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters 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 is 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, + 90 dB.SAFETY:Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.Equal Employment CommitmentAny 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 shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. 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.

Ledgent is partnering with a small-mid sized defense contractor, looking to add management to their team!Pay Scale: $110K-$140K DOE____They would like to bring on a Sr. Accounting Manager or Controller to oversee a team of 3, and growing. This is a temp to hire role. You would also have an annual review that will include a merit increase.____Duties: Prepare/ review postings to the General LedgerResponsible for accounts payable staff, payroll taxes, invoicing, contract indirect rate determinationPerform monthly balance sheet reconciliationsPrepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement and statement of cash flow in compliance with GAAPGenerate monthly status reports, public vouchers, invoices, and financial project trackingPrepare and monitor monthly indirect rates and analyze impact for forecastingProvide financial data for preparation of tax returns and liaison with CPA firm on tax mattersPrepare for financial, tax, and Government contract accounting auditsPrepare Indirect Cost Proposal/rates and Provisional Billing RatesSupport Bid and Proposal activities. Prepare cost pricing, cash flow, and break even____Requirements: Degree A or F3+ years in Defense/Government entitiesGL, Close, Budgeting, Forecasting1+ year as ascending Sr, Accountant or above1+ year with FAR, DFARS, DCMA and DCAA complianceKnowledge of Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) and Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contractsDeltek Costpoint, QuickBooks software and WAWF (PIEE)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Accountant - Defense Search OVERVIEW Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting Defense/Aerospace company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below. Immediate opening for an Accountant in San Diego, CA who possesses: BS Accounting or Finance 3-5 years public accounting of experienceExperience with QAD/EAM and U.S. government contracting accounting (not required) Experience or fundamental understanding of ASC 606 Email resumes to [email protected] and call 858.376.5078 FULL DESCRIPTION: Our client is seeking an Accountant. You will play a key role in the accounting department performing month end close processes, reconciling financial accounts and maintaining financial data and documentation in accordance with U.S. GAAP. You must be detail oriented, able to prioritize and solve problems and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Enhancing cohesiveness and maintaining team morale is a responsibility of all our team members, as is the ambition for self-improvement and talent development. Through this dedication to unity and professional advancement, each team member is directly impacting the successful outcome of company deliverables and setting the tone for our core values of delivering excellence, pushing boundaries, and empowering people. The selected candidate will be responsible for: Interpreting and applying U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), government contract accounting and company policies and procedures in the completion of tasks.Performing month-end accounting close tasks, including preparing financial entries and related analysis to properly account for prepaid and accrued expenses, inventory, fixed assets, leases, patents, and payroll.Prepare monthly account reconciliations and supporting schedules (e.g., cash, inventory, fixed assets, etc.).Maintain the fixed asset subledger and related information such as physical locations, depreciation methods and lives.Perform other related duties to support the month, quarter, and year-end accounting closes.Maintain financial data and documentation in accordance with U.S. GAAP and government contract accounting and company policies and procedures.Assist with documentation of company policies and procedures for accounting processes.Prepare documentation to support financial, tax, government, and other compliance audits.Assist with other ad-hoc projects or duties, including system updates, financial analysis, etc.Performs other duties as assigned.Develops relationships with team members built on trust and respectThe selected candidate will also possess: 3 or more years of accounting experience working in public accounting or 5 or more years performing similar duties.Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and its application and usage.Bachelor's degree in accounting.CPA (or CPA candidate) and public accounting experience a plus.Experience with QAD/EAM, system upgrades and U.S. government contract accounting a plusSolid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and its application.Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion at all times.Demonstrates strong organizational skills with an ability to effectively plan and prioritize, including taking initiative and meeting deadlines.High level of attention to detail.Self-motivated and efficient.Strong problem-solving and written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate to advanced Excel skills required.Professional demeanor with a high degree of flexibility, strong process orientation and exercising good judgment.Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.Strong collaborative drive and interpersonal skills.Strong initiative, proactive work ethic and prioritization skills.Trustable judgement and analytical problem-solving skills.Effective execution and decision making.Champion of change and promotes innovation.Salary Range: $75-$100k/yr For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to [email protected] and call 858.376.5078 More information can be found at www.defensesearchusa.com