Staff Accountant
Job Description:
Saab, Inc. is currently seeking a Staff Accountant to contribute as an integral part of the Shared Services Accounting team. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting and analytical skills, accuracy, attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the ability to learn in a fast paced environment.
This individual will be key in supporting the Accounting Department and have previous experience working in such areas as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Revenue, Invoicing, Inventory, General Ledger, and Financial Reporting. As a Staff Accountant, you will also responsible for assisting with month-end, quarter-end and year-end closings.
Skills and Experience:
B.S degree in Accounting or Finance
Two years accounting experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Oracle experience helpful, but not required
Attention to detail and ability to work independently and in a team environment
Solid written and oral communication skills and analytical problem solving
Sound and consistent business judgment, a good grasp of Company priorities and a sense of urgency
High level of enthusiasm, with the ability to remain flexible to meet internal and external needs
Citizenship Requirements:
Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to meet the following criteria: (i) pass a drug screen, (ii) complete a background check that will include, at a minimum, a criminal record check, and education and employment verification, and (iii) be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus (unless granted an accommodation permitted by law and then in compliance with Saab’s requirements related to the accommodation, if any).
Benefits:
Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:
Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents
Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, 3 weeks personal illness, bereavement, jury duty and disability
401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match
Tuition assistance
Employee assistance programs
Employee stock purchase program with employer match
About Us:
Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 17,000 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development.
Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.