Accountant - Leadership Development Program (Entry Level)

Company: Parker Hannifin Corporation
Location: Irvine
Posted on: March 28, 2020

Job Description:

Accountant - Leadership Development Program (Entry Level)CA-Irvine,United StatesGroup:Aerospace Group N. AmericaJob Family:Accounting/AuditingJob ID:16188-1APosted:2019-11-26Apply NowParker HannifinFounded in 1917, Parker Hannifin Corporation is a $14.3 billion, global company.With annual sales of $14.3 billion in fiscal year 2019, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of mobile, industrial and aerospace markets. The company has operations in 50 countries around the world. Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 63 consecutive fiscal years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index.Parkers engineering expertise and broad range of core technologies uniquely positions the company to solve some of the worlds greatest engineering challenges. By partnering with customers, Parker improves their productivity and profitability and seeks new ways to solve humanity's biggest challenges.Department Marketing StatementParker Aerospace is a global leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. The company supports the worlds aircraft manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.Major DutiesPosition Summary:

• This position is for a new graduate of May/June 2020. The hire date for this position will be July 1, 2020.
• Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Responsible for the accuracy, integrity, control and timeliness of financial reports, transactions, systems, and processes.Responsibilities
  • Prepares general ledger, asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
  • Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
  • Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
  • Summarizes current financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statements, and other reports.
  • Substantiates financial transactions by auditing sub-ledgers and accounting documents. Verifies and analyzes business records, transactions, and procedures.
  • Maintains accounting controls by monitoring compliance with and recommending policies and procedures.
  • Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
  • Maintains financial security by following accounting policies and internal controls.
  • Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
  • Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
  • Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
  • Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides suggestions for cost reduction and improved efficiency.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, and/or participating in professional societies.
  • Complies with federal and state legal requirements and professional standards. Studies existing and new legislation, enforces adherence to requirements, and advises management on needed actions.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities (e.g. continuous improvement).QualificationsEducation and Experience:
    • Bachelors degree (BS) in Accounting. Professional entry level position. May have limited prior industry experience or worked with direction in student internship programs.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
      • Basic knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and spreadsheet applications. May require knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and/or Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports. Fundamental understanding of continuous improvement techniques and methods. Knowledge of automated accounting systems, spreadsheet and database applications, and standard business applications software. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members and team leaders. Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal-setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.Typical Mental and Physical Demands:
        • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to operate a computer. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Also expected of the employee is regular attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others and members of the public, and ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
        • (The essential functions have been provided as examples of types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. The physical and mental demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Equal Employment OpportunityParker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship/Permanent Resident is required for most positions.(Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor)If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeocselfprintposter.pdfandhttp://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeocgina_supplement.pdf

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