Staff Accountant

About Canopy Aerospace & Defense

Canopy A&D is built to accelerate the future of advanced materials for space, defense, and maritime systems. Canopy delivers specialized materials and components that carry customers from concept through sustainment. Canopy A&D’s advanced signal attenuation technologies and production-scale manufacturing accelerate the fielding of platforms that are faster, cooler, and quieter. Our adaptive approach ensures solutions evolve at the pace of shifting challenges, keeping our customers ahead of the curve.

The Staff Accountant plays a key role in the daily operations of the Finance & Accounting department by managing and executing tasks related to general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and administrative support. This position ensures accurate financial record-keeping, assists with month-end and year-end closings, and contributes to internal controls and process improvements. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting principles and systems.

General Ledger (GL) Accounting:

• Prepare and post journal entries for recurring, adjusting, and accrual entries.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, and intercompany transactions.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities and reconciliations.
• Support preparation of internal financial statements and audit-ready schedules.
• Perform variance analysis and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and calculate monthly depreciation.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies.

Accounts Payable (AP):

• Receive, review, and verify invoices and expense reports for accuracy and proper coding.
• Process payments to vendors, contractors, and service providers via checks, ACH, and wires.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and manage vendor inquiries.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
• Assist with issuing 1099s and ensure compliance with IRS regulations.
• Monitor AP aging and prepare weekly payment proposals.

Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Generate and issue customer invoices in accordance with billing terms and agreements.
• Apply customer payments to appropriate accounts in a timely manner.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging report and perform collections outreach as needed.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and chargebacks.
• Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions and payment activities.
• Coordinate with sales and customer service to ensure accurate and timely billing.

Administrative & Office Support:

• Maintain organized financial records and digital/physical filing systems.
• Handle data entry and maintain databases for vendors, customers, and financial transactions.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding financial and administrative matters.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence for internal review.
• Assist with preparation and organization of audit documentation.
• Order and track office or departmental supplies and assist with expense tracking.
• Support departmental compliance and operational procedures, including document retention and confidentiality.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience (AP/AR/GL exposure required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP).
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP accounting principles.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.