AP Analyst

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

Accounts Payable Analyst

Growth is in our forecast, and we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accounts Payable Analyst to join our team to realize that goal. The successful candidate will play a specific role in our A/P team, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting the team and the company in achieving our financial goals.

We’re committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to develop their skills, share their knowledge, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting-edge. Enjoying this journey with a supportive team that feels like family. This role is an unparalleled opportunity to work in various sectors including Space to C-UAS & Autonomous Systems to Electronic Warfare & Cyber, and Artificial Intelligence, at our company there is no limit to where you can take your career. Our mission is clear: to lead through innovation. Join the transformation and innovate with us.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual vendor statements.
• Review and validate purchase orders (PO) and packing list to ensure accuracy for entry into Unanet.
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist with internal and external audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Import and verify credit card data and reconciling monthly credit card statements.
• Review and approve expense reports.
• Respond to vendor inquiries.
• Collaborate with other departments to support business objectives and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or High School Diploma and 3+ years of experience in an A/P environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP; preferred Unanet, and Oracle.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong technical accounting skills, including knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry and government contracting and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.

Clearance Level

 

No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

$23 - $33

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.