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 include :
- Leading the General Accounting functions (ledger, fixed assets, financial reporting, intercompany, and month-end close rhythms)
- Ensuring high level of execution across the Accounting team
- Ensuring that business commitments are met, having the authority to make cogent and timely decisions related to needs of the business including personnel
- Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards
- Ensuring that IFRS 15 is applied consistently and identifying complex situations that may require further documentation and resolution
- Achieving financial objectives relating to the General Accounting function as established in the annual business plan
- Establishing productive relationships with other finance and functional groups within CMS to enable collaboration
- Supporting the function through business system upgrades and process optimization
- Providing 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 experienceExperience 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 personnelExperience in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and / or US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) in a Government Contracting environmentExperience in People Management with an established track record of leading and motivating teams; strong coaching and mentoring skills; and ability to achieve results through othersA proven ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely across a broad audienceProven ability to drive process improvement and efficiency within a general accounting functionAbility 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 effectivelyAbility 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 conclusionsDemonstrated ability to manage various audits (financial, internal, Government)Demonstrated ability in promoting adherence to the Companys legal, ethical, and company requirements, including Company Financial Policies and ProceduresExtensive financial business acumen and relevant skillsetStrong communications skillsPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills :
CPA and / or MBAExperience with Oracle EBS toolsetExperience with HFMExpertise 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.