Accounting - General Ledger 2 - Spirit AeroSystems

Spirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The company's core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the world's premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe.

Key Accountabilities: 

• Ensure accurate recording of weekly payroll expenses, investigating and resolving any variances.
• Complete period-end accounting close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial report creation.
• Prepare analysis, commentary, and supporting schedules for monthly financial reviews and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), internal controls, and departmental procedures while using GAAP to mitigate misstatement risks.
• Fulfill requests from internal and external auditors and assist with audit-related inquiries.
• Manage assigned projects to meet deadlines while collaborating in a team environment and being open to coaching from experienced accountants.
• Learn and apply knowledge in SAP and FCCS, collecting and analyzing accounting data for accurate reporting.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of related experience
• Understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
• Positive and proactive attitude along with strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Proficiency in Excel required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP and payroll systems
• Background with internal controls, collaboration with external auditors, and account reconciliation

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.