Senior Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting Manager

BAE Systems Combat Mission Systems (CMS) is hiring a Senior Accounting Manager responsible for support to the Accounting function of a business with revenue exceeding $3B. This position will report to the CMS Accounting Director and focus on General Ledger activity. As a key member of the Accounting Leadership team, this individual will provide oversight and guidance to a team of approximately 17 personnel. Specific functions under purview of this manager include general accounting, financial statements, capital and fixed asset management, IFRS 16 accounting, and interfacing with Shared Services and Audit functions.

The successful candidate is a strong leader who will collaborate cross-functionally to provide optimal business support, prioritize continuous improvement initiatives and talent development. This position is remote but would benefit from periodic days spent onsite to work with others on the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the General Accounting functions (ledger, fixed assets, financial reporting, intercompany, and month-end close rhythms)
• Ensure high level of execution across the Accounting team
• Ensure that business commitments are met, having the authority to make cogent and timely decisions related to needs of the business including personnel
• Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards
• Ensure that IFRS 15 is applied consistently and identify complex situations that may require further documentation and resolution
• Achieve financial objectives relating to the General Accounting function as established in the annual business plan
• Establish productive relationships with other finance and functional groups within CMS to enable collaboration
• Support the function through business system upgrades and process optimization
• Provide financial guidance and advice to business management regarding capital investments, contract negotiations, revenue recognition, and other financial analyses
• Available with flexible hours at times over holidays to support time-sensitive accounting close activity

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree and 10 years work experience or equivalent work experience

Experience in Accounting / Finance Management with an established track record of optimizing a general accounting team and cost in support of the business' needs through review of required output, efficiency of operations, and assignment of appropriate and capable personnel

Experience in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and / or US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) in a Government Contracting environment

Experience in People Management with an established track record of leading and motivating teams; strong coaching and mentoring skills; and ability to achieve results through others

A proven ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely across a broad audience

Proven ability to drive process improvement and efficiency within a general accounting function

Ability to maintain strong relationships and coordinate with other finance and functional groups (including shared service providers) to ensure end-to-end process efficiency is continuously improved and cross-functional issues are addressed quickly and effectively

Ability to develop solution options for complex and unusual accounting problems which require a high level of technical competency, creativity, and ability to document the analysis and recommendation such that an independent and knowledgeable 3rd party could reach the same conclusions

Demonstrated ability to manage various audits (financial, internal, Government)

Demonstrated ability in promoting adherence to the Company's legal, ethical, and company requirements, including Company Financial Policies and Procedures

Extensive financial business acumen and relevant skillset

Strong communications skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

CPA and / or MBA

Experience with Oracle EBS toolset

Experience with HFM

Expertise with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range : $120000 - $204000

Employee Benefits : At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered : health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and / or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff : the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repairjust to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.