Accountant (onsite)

Accountant Department: Finance Reports to Title: Assistant Controller Palomar Products Palomar Products is a wholly owned subsidiary of TransDigm Group specializing in secure communication. Founded in 1970 and located in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, Palomar Products is a global leader in highly reliable secure intercommunication systems for airborne and naval military applications. This includes switching and crew-position units for airborne, shipboard, unmanned, and ground applications for multi-mission platforms. Our systems operate in over 250 unique aircrafts and 9 classes of naval warships around the globe. Primary Responsibilities Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to: Monthly Closing - Journal Entries, and other closing duties as required General Ledger – Account Reconciliations and analysis End-to-end responsibility for Accounts Receivables, proactively driving performance by monitoring aging and ensuring proper escalation towards resolution Support Accounting & Finance team with other projects and reports as needed Perform backup duties and support to the Accounts Payable clerk Perform backup duties and support for the payroll function Answer accounting questions by researching and interpreting data Assist in the gathering of support for internal and external audit requests Assist in corporate reporting deliverables Directly responsible for researching and resolving issues working in collaboration with the appropriate accounting and operations staff as required Track Capital Asset Purchases and record according to company policy, including depreciation schedules Contribute to the efficiency of the Accounting Department by participating in cross training, sharing job responsibilities, and serving as position backup for accounting staff Qualifications Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles preferred but not required Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook, with the ability to develop complex Excel spreadsheets Must be proficient in problem-solving techniques and time management skills with excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills, well organized, ability to prioritize and meet assigned deadlines This position requires balancing priorities and making sound decisions within the established policy Able to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to work under pressure and with multiple deadlines Exceptional follow-up abilities to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner Positive, respectful, and professional attitude toward customers, employees, vendors, and management with a go getter attitude and a hunger to learn Education and Work Experience: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience 2-5 Years of Experience Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Salary Range: $70,000 - $105,000 *Due to export control laws and government contract obligations, must be a US Citizen.* *To comply with U.S. export laws and regulations, Palomar Products Inc. operations in the U.S. may only employ "U.S. Persons" as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). **​Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AAP) Employer Palomar Products is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, medical condition, national origin, marital status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, childbirth, genetic information, or military and veteran status. Request an Accommodation. Read further information regarding Affirmative Action narrative availability. Palomar Products participates in E-Verify: Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish. EEO is the law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.