Senior Accountant
Senior Accountant
Location: Natick, MA
Reports To: CFO
About Busek:
Busek Co. Inc. is a leading innovator in advanced space propulsion and related technologies. With decades of experience, we develop high-performance electric propulsion systems for satellites, deep-space missions, and commercial applications. Our cutting-edge solutions enable next-generation space exploration and defense initiatives. At Busek, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where talented professionals can make a direct impact on the future of space technology.
Position Summary:
Busek is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee key accounting functions, financial reporting, payroll, and the transition from Deltek to Epicor. This role requires expertise in general accounting principles, financial analysis, and ERP system implementation to support our growing organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting & Reconciliation:
- Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) as necessary.
- Produce accurate and error-free financial reports.
- Review financial statements, journal entries, and general ledger (GL) accounts to identify and correct discrepancies.
- Ensure major expenses are coded correctly to projects or overhead.
- Maintain the company’s depreciation schedule and prepare related journal entries.
- Reconcile payroll-related GL journal entries monthly for accuracy.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities.
- Review all monthly transactions, including journal entries and bank reconciliations, and alert the CFO to any discrepancies.
- Create job numbers in Deltek for new projects and proposals.
Payroll Processing & Compliance:
- Prepare and submit bi-monthly payroll in compliance with company policies.
- Reconcile tax and payroll documentation (e.g., 941s vs. payroll tables) and resolve discrepancies.
- Review W-2 reporting for accuracy before distribution.
- Monitor time-off policies to ensure balances are correctly reflected.
- Enter all new employees into the payroll system.
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare corporate financial reports.
- Conduct variance analysis of financial results and identify trends or issues.
- Prepare monthly program reports to support business operations.
Budgeting & ERP Transition (Epicor Implementation):
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the Epicor ERP implementation (50-100% focus for the first six months).
- Provide financial data and support system configuration and testing.
- Reconcile all account balances in Epicor and Deltek to ensure accuracy.
- Oversee the creation of financial reporting within the new system.
- Format and upload financial data from Deltek into Epicor.
- Ensure data from other systems integrates correctly into Epicor’s financial module.
- Supervise parallel operation of Deltek and Epicor for three months.
- Maintain backup records to ensure all historical Deltek data remains accessible.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a government contracting, engineering, or manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
- Experience with Deltek and Epicor (or other ERP systems) preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools.
- Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Why Join Busek?
- Work at the forefront of space technology with an industry leader.
- Be part of a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative team.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Career growth opportunities in an expanding organization.