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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 Staff Accountant
Verify your degree meets PERM requirements
PERM labor certifications for Staff Accountant roles typically require a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. If your degree title doesn't match exactly, gather official transcripts and a credential evaluation before your employer files.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Use the DOL's OFLC Wage Search and public PERM disclosure data to identify accounting firms and corporate finance departments that have filed labor certifications for Staff Accountant roles in the past two years, not just any employer open to sponsorship.
Search green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Staff Accountant listings by employers with confirmed EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on roles where sponsorship is technically possible but practically never offered.
Clarify your EB-2 versus EB-3 classification early
Most Staff Accountant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers. If your employer wants to file EB-2, confirm the job description genuinely requires an advanced degree or equivalent, since PERM audits frequently flag misclassified accounting roles.
Understand how the prevailing wage affects your offer
Before signing an offer, ask your employer to confirm the DOL prevailing wage level for your specific Staff Accountant job duties and location. PERM requires your salary to meet or exceed that wage, and a mismatch can delay or sink the certification.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment documentation window
Your employer must complete a mandatory recruitment period of at least 30 days before filing your PERM application. Request a written timeline from HR so you know when USCIS filing is realistically expected and can plan your current visa status accordingly.
Green Card Staff Accountant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Accountant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Staff Accountant positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring at least a bachelor's degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the role genuinely requires an advanced degree or your employer can document equivalent specialized expertise, but PERM auditors closely scrutinize accounting roles filed under EB-2, so the job description needs to be precise.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Staff Accountants?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no renewal cycle, whereas H-1B visa status requires extensions every three years and is subject to the annual lottery for new applicants. EB-3 green card filings for Staff Accountants have no annual cap concerns for many nationalities and don't depend on lottery selection, though the overall timeline from PERM filing to receiving your green card is typically longer than an H-1B approval.
How long does the PERM process take for a Staff Accountant position?
The PERM labor certification stage at the DOL currently averages well over a year from filing to decision, not counting the mandatory pre-filing recruitment period of at least 30 days. After PERM approval, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, and if you're adjusting status inside the U.S., you'll also file Form I-485. Total timelines from job offer to green card approval commonly run two to four years depending on your nationality and case complexity.
What credentials should I have ready before a Staff Accountant employer agrees to sponsor my green card?
Have a certified foreign credential evaluation of your accounting degree ready, especially if you studied outside the U.S., since PERM requires the employer to document that your qualifications meet the stated job requirements. If you hold a CPA license or are exam-eligible, gather your state board documentation. A current I-94 record showing valid status and any prior immigration filings also help employers assess whether sponsorship is straightforward or complex.
Where can I find Staff Accountant jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for foreign professionals seeking EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship, filtering Staff Accountant roles by employers with documented green card filing history rather than generic sponsorship claims. Searching by role and location on Migrate Mate surfaces positions where PERM sponsorship is an established practice, which significantly improves your chances of reaching the offer stage with a willing employer.