McFarlane Aviation
The VSA Finance Team supports a diverse group of companies operating across multiple states and within multiple accounting systems. We are looking for a dependable, detail-driven Accounting Associate who thrives in a structured environment, values accuracy, and takes pride in keeping financial operations running smoothly.
This new role is central to our day-to-day accounting workflow. You will own key processes in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Month-End Close, ensuring clean, timely, and consistent financial records across all supported entities. The ideal candidate can work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Accounts Payable
Process vendor invoices with accurate coding and compliance with VSA Finance procedures
Manage AP for multiple companies and multiple systems
Maintain vendor files, W-9s, and assist with annual 1099 preparation
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies proactively
Communicate directly with AP vendors to resolve questions, discrepancies, or issues
Prepare scheduled payment runs (ACH, checks, wires) with appropriate approvals
Accounts Receivable
Create and send customer invoices across all VSA-supported companies
Apply customer payments in a timely and accurate manner across multiple systems
Monitor A/R aging and support collection efforts
Communicate professionally with AR customers regarding invoices, payments, and account questions
Address billing questions and discrepancies with professionalism and clarity
Month-End Close
Prepare and post routine journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, allocations, and payroll entries
Assist the Finance Team in meeting close deadlines and ensuring consistent financial reporting
Provide supporting documentation for month-end tasks as needed
Multi-Entity & Multi-System Work
Maintain accurate accounting across multiple operating companies
Navigate multiple software platforms with consistency and attention to detail
Support leadership with documentation, audit requests, and special projects
What You Bring
2-5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
Strong working knowledge of AP, AR, and general ledger accounting
Comfortable working within several accounting systems; able to learn new systems quickly
Strong Excel skills and a mindset for accuracy and organization
Reliable, consistent, and able to prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Clear and professional communication skills
Preferred
Experience supporting multi-entity operations
Aviation industry exposure is a plus (not required)
Manufacturing environment experience
Join the Victor Sierra Team At Victor Sierra Aviation, you'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of aviation manufacturing and support. Whether you're assembling components, innovating new processes, or collaborating across our family of operating companies, your work directly contributes to keeping the skies safe and our customers flying. We believe in craftsmanship, integrity, and teamwork—values that define everything we do.
We Offer
A collaborative, hands-on environment where your ideas and expertise make an impact
A team of aviation professionals who take pride in their work and support one another
Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, growth opportunities, and meaningful work that keeps aircraft performing at their best
Victor Sierra Aviation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs—without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Location: Lawrence, KS | Salary: $57,000.00 - $87,000.00
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This new role is central to our day-to-day accounting workflow. You will own key processes in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Month-End Close, ensuring clean, timely, and consistent financial records across all supported entities. The ideal candidate can work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Accounts Payable
Process vendor invoices with accurate coding and compliance with VSA Finance procedures
Manage AP for multiple companies and multiple systems
Maintain vendor files, W-9s, and assist with annual 1099 preparation
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies proactively
Communicate directly with AP vendors to resolve questions, discrepancies, or issues
Prepare scheduled payment runs (ACH, checks, wires) with appropriate approvals
Accounts Receivable
Create and send customer invoices across all VSA-supported companies
Apply customer payments in a timely and accurate manner across multiple systems
Monitor A/R aging and support collection efforts
Communicate professionally with AR customers regarding invoices, payments, and account questions
Address billing questions and discrepancies with professionalism and clarity
Month-End Close
Prepare and post routine journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, allocations, and payroll entries
Assist the Finance Team in meeting close deadlines and ensuring consistent financial reporting
Provide supporting documentation for month-end tasks as needed
Multi-Entity & Multi-System Work
Maintain accurate accounting across multiple operating companies
Navigate multiple software platforms with consistency and attention to detail
Support leadership with documentation, audit requests, and special projects
What You Bring
2-5+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
Strong working knowledge of AP, AR, and general ledger accounting
Comfortable working within several accounting systems; able to learn new systems quickly
Strong Excel skills and a mindset for accuracy and organization
Reliable, consistent, and able to prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Clear and professional communication skills
Preferred
Experience supporting multi-entity operations
Aviation industry exposure is a plus (not required)
Manufacturing environment experience
Join the Victor Sierra Team At Victor Sierra Aviation, you'll be part of a team that's shaping the future of aviation manufacturing and support. Whether you're assembling components, innovating new processes, or collaborating across our family of operating companies, your work directly contributes to keeping the skies safe and our customers flying. We believe in craftsmanship, integrity, and teamwork—values that define everything we do.
We Offer
A collaborative, hands-on environment where your ideas and expertise make an impact
A team of aviation professionals who take pride in their work and support one another
Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, growth opportunities, and meaningful work that keeps aircraft performing at their best
Victor Sierra Aviation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs—without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Location: Lawrence, KS | Salary: $57,000.00 - $87,000.00
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