Accounting Specialist
Location : KALAMAZOO, MI, United States
Job Family : Support
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Sep 5, 2025
Job ID : 59312
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At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.
Position Summary
With minimum supervision, responsible for any combination of calculating, posting and verifying of accounting data of a complex nature exercising independent judgement in one or more of the following functions: Accounts Payable, Payroll/Labor, Accounts Receivable and Billing.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include some or all of the following:
Process accounts payable transactions, research discrepancies, communicate with suppliers on issues and payment status.
Process weekly payroll, reconcile timecard hours with various reports and process pay adjustments and deductions.
Process monthly journal entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts.
Assist with accounts receivable collections and sales adjustments.
Investigate questionable data and take corrective action when necessary.
Interface with functional departments, management, vendors and customers.
Perform other related responsibilities.
Qualifications
Three years Accounting/Payroll experience or demonstrated ability to perform described responsibilities.
Two years college accounting or equivalent professional coursework preferred.
Prior computer experience (Microsoft Office products) and data entry required.
Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
Must demonstrate effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work with others and be a participative team player.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.
Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:
Health and Well-being:
Our benefits start on day 1 of employment! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
Access to multiple dental plan options and vision coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits.
Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit.
Company provided Life Insurance
Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance. Additional supplemental benefits include legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection.
Financial Security and Growth:
Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match.
Time Away & Work-life Balance:
Accrued generous Paid Time Off.
Up to 15 paid holidays per calendar year.
Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.
Career Advancement and Education:
Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.
Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):
Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!
Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.
Additional Benefits:
Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.
Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.
Parker 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. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("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 Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)
