What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Triumph Group, Inc.?
Triumph Integrated Systems - Electronics and Controls, located in Forest, Ohio, is a leading independent aerospace supplier of mission critical thermal and fluid management products for commercial and military platforms. The company provides solutions utilized on aircraft, engine, advance weapons pods, cruise missiles, avionics & electronic systems.
Triumph Systems Electronics and Controls (SEC) is a leading independent aerospace fuel‑system supplier serving the entire life cycle of commercial, military, helicopter, and business jet markets, across design, development, manufacturing and aftermarket opportunities. With approximately 700 employees across three locations: West Hartford, CT; Windsor, CT; and Forest, OH, we design and manufacture advanced Thermal, Hydraulics & Actuation, Electronics, and Hydromechanical solutions that power some of the world’s most demanding aerospace applications.
The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations of the manufacturing plant, including cost accounting, month-end close, inventory valuation, and financial reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial data to support plant operations, cost control, and decision-making by plant leadership and corporate finance. The Senior Accountant collaborates with operations & other cross-functional teams, assists with audits and contributes to process improvements that enhance efficiency and integrity of financial operations.
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and product costing
- Manage inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventory reconciliation, and obsolescence reserves
- Perform month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
- Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and report findings to plant management
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including capital expenditure tracking
- Maintain and improve internal controls related to plant accounting and inventory
- Partner with operations, production, and supply chain teams to provide financial insight and support cost-reduction initiatives
- Assist with internal and external audits, including preparation of supporting schedules
- Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, tax regulations, and sound internal control practices
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Support fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposals
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations
- Partnering with AP, AR, payroll, and operations to ensure proper treatment
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2-3 in a manufacturing environment
- ERP & systems proficiency
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modeling)
- Solid knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Operational accounting experience (fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, inventory)
- Infor Syteline experience
- High technical aptitude
- Prior AR experience
- Prior audit experience
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions, i.e., sitting, standing, bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting, pushing, carrying, etc.
- The ability to remain seated for long period of time while working on computer or editing.
- Long period of viewing data on a computer screen and/or on paper are a necessity.
- Ability to interact with a diversity of people and diverse levels of personnel.
- Ability to lift up-to 15 lbs. infrequently.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Disability and life insurance
- Incentives and performance-based rewards
- Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.