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Huntsville, AL, US, 35808
INTRODUCTION
Abaco Systems is a global leader in modular, high performance, open architecture, standards-based rugged embedded computing for the most demanding applications in defense and industry. Our products and solutions are found in high-profile military/aerospace sea, land and air programs, plus commercial and industrial organizations in which rugged reliability is mission critical. Abaco Systems is a business unit of AMETEK, Inc.
Position Summary
As a Financial Accountant at Abaco Systems, you will have a familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong financial analysis skills. You will also possess strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable with independent work. In addition to providing financial reporting, planning and analysis support for the site, you will support the day to day processing of transactions, CAPEX, taxation and cash management, and provide necessary support for AP and AR when needed. You will rely heavily on analytical abilities and experience to sort through data and prepare meaningful information to assist management with decision making, financial deliverables, and business performance metrics and reports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver all required finance/accounting data accurately and on time.
- Perform accurate month-end financial close process including journal entries, account and intercompany reconciliations as well standard corporate reporting requirements.
- Responds to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data.
- Maintain and reconcile accurate balance sheets and general ledger accounts to meet audit and SOX requirements.
- Assisting with annual audit preparations.
- Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
- Fixed asset management, including capital budgets, additions, disposals and tracking depreciation.
- Help prepare quarterly and annual statements by assembling data.
- Coordinating with Corporate Tax to prepare federal, state, local, and special tax returns and questionnaires, including studying regulations, adhering to requirements and advising management on required actions.
- Contributing to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.
- Performing other accounting duties as required or assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
- CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred.
- 1-3 years of accounting experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with industry-specific software (SAP is a requirement, HFM and FAS is a plus).
- Familiarity with GAAP.
- Prior experience within Aerospace & Defense industry a plus.
- A highly productive self-starter with very strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
- Prior exposure to US tax processes.
- Strong financial analysis skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Abaco is a Department of Defense (DoD) supplier and as such employees may work with or be exposed to export controlled information and/or information that has been designated as classified information. This information may only be seen or handled by US citizens or qualified permanent residents or those with proper clearances.
COMPENSATION
Employee Type: Salaried
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 65,000
Salary Maximum: 75,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
LOCATION:
Huntsville, AL, US, 35808
INTRODUCTION
Abaco Systems is a global leader in modular, high performance, open architecture, standards-based rugged embedded computing for the most demanding applications in defense and industry. Our products and solutions are found in high-profile military/aerospace sea, land and air programs, plus commercial and industrial organizations in which rugged reliability is mission critical. Abaco Systems is a business unit of AMETEK, Inc.
Position Summary
As a Financial Accountant at Abaco Systems, you will have a familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong financial analysis skills. You will also possess strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable with independent work. In addition to providing financial reporting, planning and analysis support for the site, you will support the day to day processing of transactions, CAPEX, taxation and cash management, and provide necessary support for AP and AR when needed. You will rely heavily on analytical abilities and experience to sort through data and prepare meaningful information to assist management with decision making, financial deliverables, and business performance metrics and reports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver all required finance/accounting data accurately and on time.
- Perform accurate month-end financial close process including journal entries, account and intercompany reconciliations as well standard corporate reporting requirements.
- Responds to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data.
- Maintain and reconcile accurate balance sheets and general ledger accounts to meet audit and SOX requirements.
- Assisting with annual audit preparations.
- Investigating and resolving audit findings, account discrepancies, and issues of non-compliance.
- Fixed asset management, including capital budgets, additions, disposals and tracking depreciation.
- Help prepare quarterly and annual statements by assembling data.
- Coordinating with Corporate Tax to prepare federal, state, local, and special tax returns and questionnaires, including studying regulations, adhering to requirements and advising management on required actions.
- Contributing to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.
- Performing other accounting duties as required or assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
- CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred.
- 1-3 years of accounting experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with industry-specific software (SAP is a requirement, HFM and FAS is a plus).
- Familiarity with GAAP.
- Prior experience within Aerospace & Defense industry a plus.
- A highly productive self-starter with very strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
- Prior exposure to US tax processes.
- Strong financial analysis skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Abaco is a Department of Defense (DoD) supplier and as such employees may work with or be exposed to export controlled information and/or information that has been designated as classified information. This information may only be seen or handled by US citizens or qualified permanent residents or those with proper clearances.
COMPENSATION
Employee Type: Salaried
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 65,000
Salary Maximum: 75,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Project Accountant
Match your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM labor certification ties the minimum requirements to your actual background. If your employer lists a bachelor's in accounting as the minimum, your foreign degree credential evaluation must confirm equivalency before DOL approves the application.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Construction managers, engineering firms, and government contractors file PERM for Project Accountants more frequently than general employers. Searching OFLC disclosure data by SOC code 13-2011 surfaces which companies have certified these roles before.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 with your prospective employer
If the role requires only a bachelor's degree, most employers file under EB-3. If your position genuinely requires an advanced degree or specialized expertise, push for EB-2 classification early since it can reduce your priority date wait significantly.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify Project Accountant roles at employers with documented green card filing history. Filtering by sponsorship type saves time compared to screening job postings that never clarify immigration support.
Confirm the employer's prevailing wage before accepting an offer
DOL requires your offered wage to meet the prevailing wage for your location and job level. Run a quick check using the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer so there are no surprises during the DOL audit stage.
Understand concurrent filing if a visa number is available
If your priority date is current, you can file I-140 and I-485 together, cutting months off your path to a green card. USCIS allows concurrent filing for adjustment of status when visa availability aligns with your filing date.
Green Card Project Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Project Accountant roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Project Accountant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled professional roles requiring a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or when a candidate pursues a National Interest Waiver. Your employer's attorney determines the correct category based on the job's actual minimum requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Project Accountant?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 per year with a lottery, while EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification adds several months to the process, and priority date backlogs vary by country of birth. For most nationalities, EB-3 remains a more predictable long-term path.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this role?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign proving no minimally qualified U.S. worker is available for the Project Accountant position. DOL audits are common, especially for accounting roles, so job descriptions must match your actual duties precisely. The process typically takes six to twelve months before an I-140 petition can be filed with USCIS.
How can I find Project Accountant jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify green card sponsorship clearly, which makes direct searching difficult. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with verified employment-based green card filing history in accounting roles, so you spend time applying to positions where sponsorship is a realistic outcome rather than an afterthought you discover after an offer.
Can my foreign accounting degree support a PERM-based green card application?
Yes, but you'll need a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized organization confirming your foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in accounting or a related field. DOL requires that the minimum requirements listed in your PERM application match your actual credentials. If your degree is a three-year qualification from a non-U.S. institution, some evaluators combine it with relevant experience to establish equivalency.