Accountant

Job Info

Job Identification

114316

Job Category

Finance

Posting Date

09 / 09 / 2025, 05 : 09 PM

Locations

3000 W Lomita Blvd., Torrance, CA, 90505, US

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote Work Schedule Availability?

None

Export-Controlled Data

This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE : HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report. Follow : LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking an Accountant in our Torrance, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs division cost accounting activities, compiles periodic data for preparing standard and special cost accounting reports for use by operational management in planning factory activities
• Prepares reports of key operational metrics on a timely basis for tracking performance to forecast and budget. and meet external reporting requirements.
• Analyzes operational performance in comparison to profit plan and prepares related reports for use by operational personnel.
• Prepares, analyzes, and reviews product margins, including cost rollup for cost estimating and engineering packages
• Prepares and oversees month-end general ledger closing entries and participates in all closing activities. Verifies support schedules to general ledger control accounts and reconciles accounts as required. Prepares all general ledger journal entries in the cost accounting areas. Responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the financial data in the Trial Balance
• Responsible for month end processing of ERP system including running all reports and bringing the system back up for user access
• Monitors daily ERP interface to Oracle General Ledger and Accounts receivable and trouble-shoots any problems
• Collects, processes and manages payroll processing for hourly and salary employees. Provides support for accounts payable processing and related activities. Establishes, records, and tracks vacation liability for the division
• Conducts monthly internal audits (ASATS) in accordance with internal audit procedures and compliance calendar
• Coordinates Req to Pay (RTP) interfaces process between Oracle / BAAN LN for procurement activities and receipts including troubleshooting problems and RTP SPA requirements, as required
• Performs periodic audits of cycle counts, WIP inventory and other areas that appear require internal controls to ensure integrity of assets and liabilities reported on the Trial balance
• Assures and maintains adherence to accounting policies and procedures and identifies areas where procedures could be improved. Maintains confidentiality on all data or information they come in contact with
• Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with Company Standards of Business Conduct.
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements :

Benefits / Salary :

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. The salary range for this position is $85K to $117K.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE : HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com / esg-report. Follow : LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com