Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity to work as an International Billing Accountant in our Accounts Receivable department located in Poway, CA. Under limited supervision, this new position is responsible for all phases of the company’s international billing cycle, including proposal review, invoicing and cash collections. This position will perform a variety of highly complex customer invoicing and accounting support tasks. Verifies accuracy of accounting documents or records. Updates and maintains invoice reconciliations, accounting journals, and other records detailing accounts receivable financial business. Will recommend actions to resolve discrepancies and investigates questionable data. Provides monthly analysis of unbilled accounts receivable and AR aging. Interacts frequently with outside representatives, government personnel and/or senior level internal contacts.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with proposal team in establishing billing appropriate billing requirements for international contracts.
• Responsible for timely and accurate invoicing per contract terms.
• Partner with the project management, finance and accounting in all billing related matters.
• Monitor and report payment collection status; escalate late payments as appropriate.
• Partner with Contracts and Legal departments with penalty assessments as needed.
• Coordinate international billing activities with Treasury, including letter of credit maintenance.
• Coordinate banking fees and currency effects with Accounting.
• Support forecasts of expected cash flows on international programs.
• Support the resolution of customer disputes on invoicing compliance matters.
• Coordinates and participates in the research and analysis of accounting and financial data.
• Ensures compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures.
• Ensures accounting files and records are accurate and up to date.
• Compiles data and prepares a variety of highly complex reports. May present findings to professional staff and/or management.
• Recommends improvements and/or changes to processing methods and techniques.
• May act as primary contact for inquiries from internal and external representatives.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related discipline along with six or more years of progressively complex experience in finance or accounting. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Prior billing experience on contracts with foreign governments is highly desired.
• Must have strong knowledge of computer operations and applications and proficiency with spreadsheets.
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of difficult problems.
• SAP experience desired.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team and capable of effectively interacting with professional staff. Able to work extended hours as required.
• Considerable knowledge of MS Office with strong working knowledge of Excel.

• Proven ability to evaluate work processes and implement measurable improvements in performance.

• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of complex problems;
  • excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings;
  • excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide all levels of employees, including management;
  • the ability to represent the company as a knowledgeable resource on external projects ; and
  • excellent computer skills.

Salary:$73,700 - $128,780