Accounting Specialist III

55803BR

Company:

General Atomics

Job Summary:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Accounts Payable (AP) specialist to join the Accounting division of our Finance and Administration group at the General Atomics, located in Torrey Pines. This position, under general supervision, is responsible for performing a variety of general accounting tasks in an Accounts Payable department.

• Works within the Company’s computerized accounting system and working with vendor and internal contacts, resolves discrepancies between vendor invoices and Company purchase orders.

• Manages workload to maintain a high rate of timely vendor payments.

• Resolves open items in a timely manner.

• Participates in the execution of the weekly payment process.

• Performs moderately complex general accounting support tasks in an accounts payable environment.

• Participates in the research and analysis of open balances and, at direction of senior members of the AP team, enters correcting entries.

• Summarizes accounting data from detailed accounting records.

• Categorizes and calculates additional accounting information for reporting and audit purposes.

• Compiles data and prepares a variety of routine and non-routine reports.

• Responds to written and verbal inquiries from internal and external contacts.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job ID#:

55803BR

Job Category:

Finance/Accounting

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

State:

California

Pay Range Low:

48,160

City:

San Diego

Clearance Required?:

No

Pay Range High:

71,598

Recruitment Posting Title:

Accounting Specialist

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a high school diploma and four or more years of progressive experience in an accounting department or a related field. College-level accounting education may be substituted in lieu of experience.

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa.

• Working knowledge of computer operations and applications, including proficiency with Excel spreadsheets, is desirable. Experience with SAP is preferred.

• Must possess the ability to quickly understand new concepts; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level—or, with guidance, at the project level—to provide solutions to a range of problems.

• Must have strong communication, computer, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, while effectively interacting with professional staff.

• Must be available to work extended hours as needed.

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

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Experience Level:

Mid-Level (3-7 years)

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

Workstyle:

Hybrid

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.