Staff Accountant

Key Job Functions: At VetPowered, the Staff Accountant specializes in recording financial transactions as they relate to the Aerospace/Defense Manufacturing and Service Provider environments with a focus on commercial and government contracts.  You will be responsible for assisting in the accurate recording, analysis, and reporting of manufacturing costs within the organization. Here is a detailed breakdown of your responsibilities: Cost Accounting: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of cost accounting records, including but not limited to material costs, labor costs, and overhead expenses. Ensure accurate allocation of costs to projects or products.Inventory Management: Support inventory control processes by reconciling inventory records, conducting physical inventory counts, and analyzing inventory variances. Collaborate with procurement and production teams to optimize inventory levels.Financial Analysis: Assist in analyzing manufacturing costs and variances, providing insights into cost drivers and trends. Prepare regular reports and presentations for management review.Budgeting and Forecasting: Participate in the annual budgeting process by providing cost data and assisting in the development of cost budgets. Contribute to forecasting activities and variance analysis throughout the year.Cost Control Measures: Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Implement cost control measures in collaboration with operational teams while ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements related to manufacturing costs. Support external audits and internal control assessments.Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. Stay updated on changes in accounting practices and recommend adjustments as needed.Customer Service and Administrative Support: Assist with office duties such as answering phones, engaging with customers, vendors, and suppliers in support of sales, purchasing, and compliance.  Additional Duties and ResponsibilitiesOther duties as required in support of the department and company goals. Qualifications & Work Experience: To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily (with or without an accommodation). The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related fields, or any combination of professional and education experience that it equivalent. 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting or related roles in manufacturing or aerospace industries.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. Must have experience in QuickBooks Online (QBO).Experience in UniPoint, and JobBoss (a plus)Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Mission and Values Contribute to achievement of the Mission and Vision of our organization by being:Attention to Detail- The ability to accomplish a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small.All In-Brings their whole self to work and giving it their all no matter how difficult the job or situation.Accountable- Taking personal responsibility for their work, owns mistakes, communicate honestly rather than hiding the truth, does not blame others or make excuses.Adaptable- Easily adjusts to changing circumstances.Always Improving- A constant, ongoing effort to improve something. This 'something' can be a product, a service, one's skill set, or a team's way of working. Important Notes                                                                                 Position Details: This is a full-time salaried (exempt) position (40+ hours/week). Pay: This pay does not include any opportunity for incentive compensation and is only reflective of the base pay for this position. The range of pay for this California-based position is $67,000-$75,000 annually. Incentive Compensation: Potential for bonus/incentives after one full year of employment. The actual compensation offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. If your experience looks a little different from what we've listed and you think can bring value to VetPowered we would love to learn more about you and encourage you to apply. Benefits and Perks: VetPowered makes available comprehensive benefits the 1st of the month, following the date of hire. Options include Medical (50% employer contribution), dental and vision coverage (100% employer contribution), a 401k program with employer match up to $1,000 per year, 8 paid holidays, and paid time off. While the Company intends to maintain these employee benefits, it reserves the absolute right to modify, amend or terminate these benefits at any time and for any reason. Dress code: Our office staff works in a business casual or relaxed business casual environment. Supervisory: No supervisory responsibilities   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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to push, move, lift or otherwise bear 10-30lbs.  Applications may include but are not limited to repetitive work using a computer keyboard, mouse and headphones while sitting and/or standing at an assigned work desk area. Work Environment: The employee works in a contract manufacturing facility in an urban industrial neighborhood. Other areas within the facility are mixed use such as administration, classrooms, welding, and machining areas. Employee may have additional environmental hazards such as: chemical, electrical, flammable, or mechanical in nature. E-Verify Compliance Statement:
VetPowered, LLC participates in the E-Verify program. We ensure employment eligibility of all employees by using the E-Verify electronic verification system. Policy for Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Prevention:
VetPowered, LLC is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected characteristic, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity covered by this policy. VetPowered, LLC employees are expected to assume responsibility for maintaining a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employees are encouraged to promptly report conduct that they believe violates this policy so that we have an opportunity to address and resolve any concerns. Managers and supervisors are required to promptly report conduct that they believe violates this policy. We are committed to responding to alleged violations of this policy in a timely and fair manner and to taking appropriate action aimed at ending the prohibited conduct. EEO Statement:
VetPowered, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees, applicants, unpaid interns, and volunteers without regard to actual or perceived: race (including hair texture or protected hairstyles, e.g. braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin (including language use restrictions), ancestry, citizenship, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, family and medical leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. All openings are subject to change without notice, due to the volume of applications / resumes received, we are unable to respond to status inquiries. Please be assured that your information is being properly handled and forwarded to the appropriate hiring staff. If your skills and qualifications meet the needs of the job, you will be contacted.