Senior Accountant

SENIOR ACCOUNTANTDo you excel in an environment that values working and playing hard? Would you like to be part of a team developing, maintaining, and supporting the latest technologies in the field of rugged avionics, data and network security, and intelligent data management?

AMPEX is a fast-paced, rapidly growing technology company looking for new teammates. AMPEX is currently seeking a highly organized and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team.

General Overview:The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing various accounting functions, including month-end closing, accounts receivable/collection, tax management, fixed assets, commissions, system integration, automation, and general ledger duties. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate account balances and reports are essential for success in this role. The Senior Accountant will report to the Financial Controller.

This onsite position is in Hayward, CA. No employer visa sponsorship is available.

Principle Duties:Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely monthly financial close processes.Manage AR and Collection processes.Manage all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries and account reconciliation.Consolidate financial data on foreign subsidiary.Prepare cash flow forecast.Responsible for fixed asset management.Manage sales commissions calculations and ensure accuracy and timeliness of commission payments.Manage various tax compliance processes, including payroll tax, sales tax, property tax and business license filings.Assist in accounting and finance system integration and automation.Assist in the annual budgeting process and prepare actual vs budget report.Maintain and update company accounting procedures and processes.Assist in project accounting.Support various audits including governmental audits, tax audits, 401K audits and Workers Comp audits etc.,Other tasks assigned by the management.

Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related fieldPrevious experience as an Accountant, Junior Accountant, or Accounting SupervisorExperience with Costpoint software is preferred.Excellent computer skills; Microsoft Office Suite knowledgeProficiency with accounting software and experience with software system implementation is a plus.Defense industry experience, cost accounting, and project accounting experience is a plus.Excellent written and verbal communication skills

This position may require exposure to information, which is subject to US export control regulations, i.e. the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of U.S. regulations.

Compensation:Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000 annually (based on experience)100% PAID COVERAGE for Medical, Dental, and Vision for the EMPLOYEE401(k) Employer MatchEmployee Stock Ownership Program (company funded)MetLife Life Insurance: 1x salary to a maximum of $100,000 (company funded)MetLife Short-Term Disability (company funded)MetLife Long-Term Disability (company funded)PTO: 17 daysHolidays: 11 daysHealthCare FSADependent Care FSA

About Ampex:Since 1944, AMPEX has been a leader in cutting edge technology to solve the toughest data storage challenges. Today, with its lineage as one of Silicon Valley’s first companies, AMPEX continues to innovate in the embedded computing industry by designing and manufacturing rugged, onboard, computer systems for aerospace and ground vehicles that can acquire, store, process, and analyze a variety of data types to include radio frequency, video, and platform bus data among many others.

AMPEX supports customers in the government defense and commercial sectors for mission systems and flight test operations. AMPEX is a Delta Information Systems Company and is headquartered in Hayward, California with locations in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Las Cruces, New Mexico and Tokyo, Japan.

AMPEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran, or disability status.