• Job Description

  Req#: 118043BR

  Job Description

  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

  Job Title

  Mgr II- Accounting

  Postal Code

  17403

  Job Family

  Accounting

  Travel Percentage

  10%

  Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

  None

  Shift

  1st Shift

  Regular or Temporary

  Regular

  Typical Education and Experience

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

  Required Skills and Education

  • 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 Skills and Education

  • CPA and/or MBA
  • Experience with Oracle EBS toolset
  • Experience with HFM
  • Expertise with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

  About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

  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 team—making 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 repair…just 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.

  Department

  32FIN_P&S CMS Finance

  Company

  130_BAE Systems Land&Armaments LP

  Posting Requirements

  Internal/External

  Job Category

  Finance & Accounting

  U.S. Person Required

  Yes

  Business Area

  Combat Mission Systems

  Physical location of the job

  Full-time remote

  Salary Max Point

  204000

  Salary Min Point

  120000

  Union Job

  None

  Recruiter

  Michael Smith

  U.S. Citizenship Required

  No

• About the company

  76667 BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company.

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