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Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

Accounting Assistant 3 (Accounting Assistant 3) 26148 at Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. Fairfax, VA

Job Description

Requisition Number:26148Required Travel: 0 - 10%Employment Type:Full Time/Hourly/Non-ExemptAnticipated Salary Range:$41860.00-$59000.00Security Clearance:NoneLevel of Experience:MidMeet HIIs Mission Technologies DivisionOur team of more than 7000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR AI and Big Data cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.To learn more about Mission Technologies click here for a short video: HII Mission Technologies is seeking a motivated and detail-orientedAccounting Assistant to support our Financial Reporting and Accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a strong business background university-level accounting coursework and relevant professional experience in business management or accounting. This is a hybrid role with a flexible schedule based in Northern Virginia. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in advancing their accounting career and pursuing a professional accounting degree or certification.Why Join HIIOpportunity to gain hands-on accounting experience and grow within the finance and accounting field.Supportive and collaborative team environment.Exposure to a wide variety of business and accounting functions.Career development opportunities for those pursuing a career in accounting.#LI-SF1#LI-HybridWhat You Will Do: Assist with day-to-day accounting activities including account reconciliations and journal entries.Support the preparation of timely monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.Provide administrative and organizational support to financial reporting labor and other accounting teams.Assist with audits compliance and other special projects as assigned.What Were Looking For: High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.Strong organizational and time-management skills with keen attention to detail.Excellent communication skills; professional clear and well-spoken.Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.Preferred Requirements Completion of university-level accounting courseworkWork experience in business management or accounting-related functions.Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.High degree of initiative and willingness to work extended hours during busy periods.Interest in pursuing a formal accounting degree CPA or related certification.HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.Why HIIWe build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.Do You Need AssistanceIf you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally you may also call 1- for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies. Key Skills Invoicing,Accounting Tally,Accounting & Finance,General Ledger Accounting,Microsoft Excel,PMP,Financial Accounting,Financial Analysis,Payroll,Financial Recouncilation,Financial statement,ACCA,CPA,Financial Reporting,Bookkeeping Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 41860 - 59000

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