Accountant I

Entry-Level Inventory Cost Accountant

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity for an entry-level Inventory Cost Accountant to work within our Cost and Inventory Accounting team located in Poway, CA.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Contributes to and ensures the accuracy of accounting data, transactions, and reports.
• Assist with preparation and reporting of various inventory and material related transactions.
• Assist with the month-end reconciliation of inventory to the GL and the preparation of various inventory and cost reports.
• Perform analytics on the cost of purchased and manufactured materials and/or services as collected on a variety of cost objects.
• Monitor various system processes to ensure that costs are charged and allocated appropriately and ensure any necessary remedial action is taken as appropriate.
• Monitor and analyze activities and processes pertaining to inventory cycle counts, scrap, excess & obsolescence, transfers/movements, etc. for effectiveness, accuracy, and compliance to regulations and/or procedures.
• Serve as liaison between Manufacturing, Accounting, Program Finance, Program Management, Procurement and Cost Estimating departments.
• Support process, technology and reporting enhancements as required.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.