Accountant I

Looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference in global innovation? Engineer a better future with Aerotech, a global leader in precision motion and automation. Our customers create some of the most innovative products on the planet, from life-saving medical devices to tools for deep space exploration. Our precision motion and automation systems make it all possible.

Build a lasting, satisfying career at Aerotech, where we foster growth, empower employees and promote from within. You'll find unparalleled opportunities and a company that values your voice. We also provide an extensive total rewards compensation system, including:

• Bonus payments every 6 months
• Rich health plans
• Retirement planning with our 100% company-paid Employee Stock Ownership Trust

Position Summary
The Accountant I position is an entry-level accountant who will perform basic accounting duties; at first with a primary focus on Accounts Receivable and/or Accounts Payable and a secondary focus on technology and process improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a foundation in accounting and a strong interest or background in IT, systems, or data.

• Performs duties of limited complexity in support of an accounting function. Prepares journal entries, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records.
• Compiles, sorts, and files documents substantiating business transactions.
• Verifies and posts details of business transactions.
• Reconciles accounts to eliminate discrepancies.
• Answers all vendor and customer inquiries.
• Assists in monthly closings.
• Prepares analysis of accounts as required.
• Assists external auditors.

Additional Duties

• Serve as a departmental resource for accounting systems and tools.
• Assist with system implementations, upgrades, and testing.
• Help improve processes through automation, reporting, or workflow enhancements.
• As assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with Google applications (Mail, Calendar, Drive), and/or MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers and colleagues
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Organizational skills and keen attention to detail; ability to type accurately and proficiently at a high rate of speed
• Outstanding customer service skills to include complex resolution abilities
• Ability to gather data to compile information, and prepare documents

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Information Systems, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Aerotech does not provide US work authorization sponsorship for this position. OPT and CPT visa holders are not eligible for employment if they will need work authorization sponsorship at any time in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Dual major or coursework in Accounting and IT / MIS / Data Analytics
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, etc.)
• Familiarity with databases, reporting tools, or automation (e.g., Power BI, SQL, Power Query, VBA, Python)

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Work is generally performed in an office environment
• May be required to sit for extended periods of time
• The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:
Aerotech has been advancing industries with our precision motion technology for more than 50 years. Our employees are our future, and we continue to grow by investing in our employees through continuous paid on-the-job training in a clean and climate-controlled environment, while providing the following exceptional benefits and more!

• Competitive compensation
• Bi-annual bonus
• Annual raise eligibility
• UPMC Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Trust
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Must be authorized to work in the US currently and in the future without employer sponsorship.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veteran or disability status.

The Company is collecting the information requested in this employment application for purposes of evaluating your suitability for hire by the Company. The Company will share the information that you provide in this employment application only with Company management officials who are involved in the hiring process or who are otherwise involved in making employment-related decisions on behalf of the Company.