What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Seal Dynamics - A HEICO Company?
Seal Dynamics (A HEICO Company) founded in 1976, with its corporate headquarters based in Hauppauge, NY is a world leader in technical sales and the distribution of aerospace components is seeking a skilled and motivated Accountant to join our expanding finance team.
This role goes far beyond executing routine accounting activities. The Accountant will ensure accurate financial reporting under US GAAP and HEICO Group policies while upholding sound internal controls in compliance with the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act (SOX).
In addition, this individual will lead and participate in operational‑efficiency initiatives, driving improvements across accounting processes, system functionality, workflow automation, and overall business operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and eager to influence both departmental and companywide performance.
This role goes far beyond executing routine accounting activities. The Accountant will ensure accurate financial reporting under US GAAP and HEICO Group policies while upholding sound internal controls in compliance with the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act (SOX).
In addition, this individual will lead and participate in operational‑efficiency initiatives, driving improvements across accounting processes, system functionality, workflow automation, and overall business operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and eager to influence both departmental and companywide performance.
- This role is on-site at our Hauppauge, NY office
- Prepare and post monthly recurring journal entries, including depreciation, amortization, rebate accruals, bonus and payroll accruals, PTO accruals, SG&A accruals, lease accounting, and additional adjustments.
- Reconcile critical balance sheet accounts such as AR, AP, cash, inventory, prepaids, fixed assets, and accruals
- Provide guidance and oversight to the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams
- Support the Controller with month‑end close, variance analysis, and financial reporting to HEICO Corporate
- Assist with internal audits and external financial audits
- Ensure a strong internal control environment and compliance with SOX requirements
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Customer Service, Sales, Product Management, Quality, Warehouse Operations, HR, etc.) to resolve issues and align financial data with operational activities
- Lead or support projects focused on process improvements, automation, ERP optimization, and operational efficiency Proactively identify opportunities to streamline workflows and strengthen financial controls