Staff Accountant
Apply NowCompany: Vigor, LLC
Location: Portland, OR 97229
Description:
Description
Who We Are
Vigor, a Titan Company, is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with approximately 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding, ship repair and handling important, complex projects in support of energy generation, our nation's infrastructure and national defense.
With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good - environmentally, in the lives of our employees and in the community. We have built a positive culture that honors the work we do, the workers who do it, and the world we live in.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Staff Accountant is responsible for a wide variety of accounting functions at a corporate level related to general ledger accounting - to include preparing and entering various journal entries, entering and tracking completion of journal entries for month end close cycle, general ledger account reconciliations, fixed assets/capital projects accounting, and special projects/other duties as assigned.
SALARY RANGE: $78,000 - 97,000
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities)
JOB SCOPE:
The Staff Accountant operates within standard operating principles related to accounting and payroll systems and is expected to apply knowledge of law and regulations gained through experience and education and work with minimal daily supervision. The position reviews and recommends to the Manager, Accounting & Finance changes in systems and processes.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
Working closely with finance department staff and those in related departments such as Human Resources, Information Technology and others within and without the company, the Staff Accountant is expected to establish effective relationships and work to resolve problems.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: None required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands for this position are light to moderate. The position requires sitting and use of hands/arms for extended periods of time using a variety of computer programs, electronic communication tools and related office equipment to accomplish work tasks; operating a motor vehicle including a current driver's license; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment for this job is primarily office-oriented with open shared office spaces and constant interruptions; some travel within in a heavy industrial environment when performing certain administrative functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.
Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.
Vigor Values
Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.
Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truthResponsibility: We act on what we know is rightEvolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing worldLove: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in
Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.
In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Who We Are
Vigor, a Titan Company, is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with approximately 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding, ship repair and handling important, complex projects in support of energy generation, our nation's infrastructure and national defense.
With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good - environmentally, in the lives of our employees and in the community. We have built a positive culture that honors the work we do, the workers who do it, and the world we live in.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Staff Accountant is responsible for a wide variety of accounting functions at a corporate level related to general ledger accounting - to include preparing and entering various journal entries, entering and tracking completion of journal entries for month end close cycle, general ledger account reconciliations, fixed assets/capital projects accounting, and special projects/other duties as assigned.
SALARY RANGE: $78,000 - 97,000
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
(This is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities)
- Prepare and input journal entries to general ledgers
- Perform general ledger account reconciliations as assigned
- Supports the month-end close process & meets tight schedule requirements.
- Supports the annual audit with the Company's external auditors. Supports periodic audit efforts from government customers, taxing authorities, & other business partners.
- Assist in the creation of timely & accurate supporting schedules and analysis.
- Review general ledger activity to ensure accurate coding.
- Initiate process & system improvements to increase accuracy & efficiency of department tasks
- Special projects as assigned
JOB SCOPE:
The Staff Accountant operates within standard operating principles related to accounting and payroll systems and is expected to apply knowledge of law and regulations gained through experience and education and work with minimal daily supervision. The position reviews and recommends to the Manager, Accounting & Finance changes in systems and processes.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
Working closely with finance department staff and those in related departments such as Human Resources, Information Technology and others within and without the company, the Staff Accountant is expected to establish effective relationships and work to resolve problems.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of principles, practices, theories and methods of accounting.
- Knowledge of legal requirements, regulations and laws applicable to area of assignment.
- Strong Microsoft office skills with excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
- Strong customer service skills; the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, peers and other departments.
- Ability to define problems, assemble related data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and make accurate and timely decisions.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in an environment of changing time constraints and deadlines.
- Ability to work as a team player and exhibit a high degree of flexibility, energy, and positive attitude.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business from a fully accredited college or university is preferred.
- 3 or more years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity corporate environment, is required.
- Public Accounting experience preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: None required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands for this position are light to moderate. The position requires sitting and use of hands/arms for extended periods of time using a variety of computer programs, electronic communication tools and related office equipment to accomplish work tasks; operating a motor vehicle including a current driver's license; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment for this job is primarily office-oriented with open shared office spaces and constant interruptions; some travel within in a heavy industrial environment when performing certain administrative functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.
Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.
Vigor Values
Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.
Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truthResponsibility: We act on what we know is rightEvolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing worldLove: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in
Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.
In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.