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Accountant II

Sales Optimizer, LLC, Arvada, CO, United States


Overview

Barber-Nichols (BN) is a premier provider of custom turbomachinery solutions serving the Defense, Aerospace, Cryogenics, and Energy industries. Our team collaborates with customers to deliver technologies that advance markets and establish enduring partnerships. BN values a results-driven environment that supports professional growth, rewards achievement, and fosters innovation. BN has worked on projects ranging from designing the blower for NASA’s Dragonfly mission to engineering critical components for the U.S. Navy’s MK-48 program.

Position Summary

The Accountant II is responsible for preparation of financial statements, analysis from Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system data and external sources, and applying sound GAAP and business judgment. Responsibilities include preparing asset, liability, revenue, cost of goods sold and expense statements, including journal entries from source data and accruals, for internal and external reporting and financial processes. Typical duties include analysis and entries for bank reconciliation, payroll, accounts payable and invoicing. The accountant supports ongoing accounting processes and control improvements. This role independently owns assigned accounting processes and supports cross-functional financial activities, with increasing responsibility for analysis, problem-solving, and process improvement. This role provides a pathway to Senior Accountant through demonstrated ownership of processes, cross-functional partnership, and analytical capability.

Key Results Areas

Financial Statement Reporting

Understand and apply GAAP principles to specific business processes

Report results and analysis by area (e.g., gross margin, AP, fixed assets, expenses)

Understand and apply FAR requirements for cost accounting to business processes

ERP system / manufacturing systems

Deep understanding of ERP system for assigned areas

Use ERP systems to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and support process improvements

Responsible for related financial systems (payroll, bank, credit cards, etc.)

External Audit – assist with external audit

Month End and Year End close process – own and execute assigned portions including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

Treasury and Tax – knowledge for assigned area (sales/use, payroll tax, property); may perform limited treasury duties (direct deposit, positive pay, cash application, ACH)

Process Improvement – identify opportunities and contribute to implementation of more efficient and scalable accounting processes; accumulate data to draw conclusions and diagnose problems

May lead individual processes

Research and apply topics within assigned tasks (new statutory requirements, GAAP changes, DCAA regulations)

Business Controls – awareness and implementation of basic business controls and concepts

Requirements
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, an individual must possess the knowledge, training, experience and abilities required.

Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration with an emphasis in accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience

2-5 years of accounting experience (manufacturing or project-based environment preferred). Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management) to support financial accuracy and reporting

Fundamental knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and basic business and finance control systems

Understanding of GAAP financial statements

Proficient to advanced skills with Excel

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability

Experience with Epicor software systems is desirable

Other

High ethical standard of behavior

Willing to work overtime as required

Travel on rare occasions

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office applications, ERP, database, and specialized application software

Ability and willingness to abide by policies and safety programs established by BN, clients, and regulatory agencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

High attention to detail

Ability to plan and implement objectives within established timelines

Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at strategic and functional levels

Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical and Mental Demands
The physical demands and work environment are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical demands: Largely sedentary; some filing may be required. Must be able to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Clear spoken communication required.

Mental demands: Reading, writing, data analysis, decision making, planning, and presenting information; ability to work under pressure

Work Environment: Clerical office setting; standard office equipment used

ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including ITAR, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or granted asylum/refugee status. Security clearance is not required for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Barber-Nichols is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this role is $82,000 - $95,000. This range represents the anticipated minimum and maximum base for this position based upon a good faith and reasonable estimate. Final compensation will be based on the applicant’s qualifications (education, training and/or experience) and may fall outside the range shown depending on circumstances.

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