Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is responsible for the general accounting function within a complex business with commercial and government programs in accordance with US GAAP and applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Partners with the Finance Business Partner and local business executives to provide accurate reporting and analysis of accounting data and related financial results. Maintains a continuous improvement and learning mindset; contributes to the ongoing standardization and improvement of accounting tools and processes.

• Ensures the integrity of data produced into the financial systems and supports the organization’s financial goals and commitments with accurate reporting and analysis.  Partners with functional leaders in the businesses with an emphasis on collaboration and providing best possible financial support to the organization.   
• Leads a small team of accounting professionals to perform timely consolidation, analysis, and reporting. Promotes teamwork, communicates information and provides constructive feedback to direct reports. Determines performance expectations, evaluates performance and provides coaching and development opportunities.
• Is an agent for change for the accounting function as well as the local business. Collaborates effectively with the business leader, the Finance Business Partner and functional leaders to influence and communicate changes that will improve overall financial performance; integrates changes as needed.
• Responsible for month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries/postings, account reconciliations, balance sheet updates, etc. and ensures timely completion and submission.
• Responsible for monthly consolidation of costs by cost center, performs variance analysis and develops reports informing management of deviations to plan; makes recommendations for corrective action.  Ensures that any reporting needed to support government programs are accurate and provided in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Oversees and assists with fixed asset management, depreciation, cash management, accounting accruals and estimates, preparation of general tax reports such as those for sales, and personal property tax.  Supports and performs special projects; miscellaneous financial analysis, spreadsheet, worksheet, and graph preparation, as needed.
• Coordinates preparation of internal and external audit materials; may assist with the development and testing of internal controls.   

• Bachelor’s degree in a financial field. Master’s in business administration and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification desirable.
• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience; requires experience with the complexity of a business with government and commercial programs, based domestically and internationally.
• Good working knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and related regulations. Good understanding of FAR and CAS and their application is needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills to successfully communicate with business leaders and company executives. Must be able to work independently, with limited supervision.
• Requires the ability to develop strong relationships, influence thinking and drive consensus among a wide range of stakeholders. Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed.
• Strong analytical skills; able to prepare complex financial modeling and analysis.
• Comfortable analyzing and problem solving to address the differing issues presented by the business.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel/Word) and other related financial systems with the ability to apply in a financial setting.
• Has a global outlook and appreciation for individual perspectives and backgrounds; has ability to identify and develop talent within the organization.