Accounting Specialist

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Position Summary:

Under minimal supervision, the Account Specialist will carry out day-to-day accounting duties, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other general accounting tasks. This role also serves as a backup for the Cost Accountant, ensuring seamless operations during absences. The Account Specialist will support financial accuracy and efficiency across the accounting functions at Rollmet. Must be US citizen for the role.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Include the following (other duties may be assigned):

GENERAL ACCOUNTING:

• Conduct review, analysis, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, including payables, receivables, cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities.
• Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Assist with the preparation and review of company financial statements and statistical reports.

COST ACCOUNTING SUPPORT:

• Provide inventory reporting and support inventory counts.
• Complete reconciliation tasks, identify account variances, and justify findings.
• Assist in setting standard costs for manufactured goods and performing work order variance analysis.
• Collect and analyze data on plant operational costs to aid in standard cost development.
• Act as a backup for the Cost Accountant.
• Assist with variance analysis, inventory valuation, and cost reporting as needed.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:

• Match invoices with purchase orders and/or receipts.
• Perform three-way match voucher pack assistance.
• Code invoices appropriately and process for payment.
• Verify and resolve account discrepancies by collaborating with the purchasing department and vendors.
• Maintain good relationships with vendors and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Review and process emailed and mailed vendor invoices.
• File check run information and maintain accurate records.
• Scan and organize packing slips and invoices.

ACCOUNTS RECIEVABLE

• Process customer invoices and payments.
• Reconcile AR balances and follow up on outstanding accounts.
• Assist with cash application and ensure timely receipt posting.

FIXED ASSETS:

• Support fixed asset tracking, including additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.

REPORTING

• Support finance department leadership in preparing internal reporting deliverables, consolidated projections, and variance analysis.
• Summarize consolidated results and calculate enterprise metrics for executive review; provide ad hoc data and analysis for Corporate and Executive Management as needed.
• Review and document internal control testing.

FORECASTING & PLANNING

• Assist with the consolidation process for budget forecasts; analyze variances between budget, forecast, and projections.

COLLABORATION & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Work collaboratively with finance team members and Division personnel on projects.

Qualifications

• S. Citizenship: Required due to ITAR facility regulations.
• Must be local or have reliable transportation, as the position requires an onsite presence.
• High school diploma required, additional training or coursework in accounting preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and vendors.
• Proficiency in basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to solve problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations.
• Familiarity with database software, order processing systems, spreadsheet software, and word processing software.

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to meet the required competencies for this position, which include:
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting practices.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Excel and Word applications

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong creative problem-solving and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions effectively.
• Analytical and methodical approach to tasks and assignments.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and dedication to producing high-quality work.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Proficiency with ten-key machines and general computer literacy.
• Availability to work extra hours as needed to meet deadlines.

Physical Demands

• 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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PCC Rollmet is an equal opportunity employer. The company's policy and practice is to provide equal employment opportunities and to assure those opportunities, without regard to age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation including gender identity or gender expression, religion, (including religious dress and religious grooming), mental or physical disability, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive decision making, or any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal anti-discrimination laws.

ITAR Requirements:

Our organization has a responsibility to comply with all applicable requirements set forth by International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR", 22 CFR 120-130). As such, this position may have access to ITAR controlled information and must meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States.

Precision Castparts Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law.