Accounting Clerk
- ITAR / US person
About the job
Orbion is looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk, with an eye for detail and accuracy to join our team! As part of our mission, we maintain rigorous financial standards and rely on accurate, timely record-keeping to support our operational success. This role will help ensure the integrity of our financial processes and contribute to our overall growth!
RESPONSIBILITES
- Process daily vendor transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data in QuickBooks
- Assist Purchasing with receiving of purchase orders and matching of receivers and ultimately to the vendor invoice where applicable
- Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are correctly posted
- Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts with monthly vendor statements
- Maintain Accounts Payable on-line filing system, along with any paper files
- Spearhead the processing of payments to vendors subject to approval by the CFO or Controller
- Answer any inquiries from vendors
- Maintain and update both vendor and customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attention's
- Assist with collecting and managing all additional vendor and customer documents
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing process
- Provide general administrative and office support as requested
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Must meet definition of US Person
- 5+ years of experience
- Associate degree in accounting or related field preferred
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- Strong skills in MS Office products
- Strong organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Strong knowledge of ERP and Accounting Systems
- Strong presentation, written, analytical, and verbal communication skills
- High energy, teamwork, passion for developing, and a key contributor to the overall success of the company
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer; must be able to remain in a stationary position
- Ability to move about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at time
COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: Enjoy a very competitive starting wage based on your knowledge and experience. In addition to the excitement of making monumental changes to the aerospace industry, employees enjoy a flexible work schedule, company paid health dental, vision and dental insurance, prescription drug coverage, paid time off (vacation, paid holidays, sick days), contribution matching retirement plan, short-term disability coverage, and life insurance coverage. The position is full-time and located in Houghton, MI.
From Orbion Space Technology's job posting, checked 10 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Orbion Space Technology
Builds Hall effect thrusters in volume for satellite constellations.
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