Works closely with company management to fully explain and reconcile published financial results with planned results as well as proactively identifies areas of risk or opportunity that warrant management attention.
Ensures compliance with GAAP and other regulatory or governmental requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
Prepare monthly forecast updates – including responsibility for rolling forecasts.
Oversight of Program Finance including estimating, cost reporting, development of program control processes, participating in internal program reviews and providing manpower requirement analysis for both R&D and non-recurring engineering projects.
Directs and co-ordinates the activities of the company’s finance and accounting staff in areas of responsibility areas including general accounting and business support functions.
Provides training and guidance to finance and accounting staff.
Completes monthly analysis and reporting of key operational metrics.
Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly and year end financial statements and reporting packages for the entity.
Encourages brainstorming and creative approaches to enhance company’s growth, worth and profitability.
Participate in acquisitions associated with Defense as required as well as lead financial integration for any acquisitions which occur within the Group.
Aid in the implementation of S4 Hana for the Group in conjunction with the Director of Group Finance for Defense and our SAP team.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in financial management discipline, or equivalent
Professional Accounting designation (CPA preferred) or MBA required
10-15 years diverse financial experience in various finance / accounting roles with practical experience within a manufacturing environment across both government / commercial business
Strong manufacturing and standard costing background
Excellent technical ability, including ability to work with integrated ERP systems preferably SAP
Requires good problem-solving skills using initiative and innovation to resolve discrepancies
Willingness to travel if required
Demonstrated skills in teaching, leading and mentoring
Thorough understanding of general and cost accounting principles and practices
Must be able to work with Excel/Word and PowerPoint
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, ability to work with cross-functional teams and to train staff to follow procedures and use system tools
Ability to embrace change with enthusiasm for continuous improvement.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills -both verbal and written.

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial managementcost accountingforecastingfinancial analysisprogram financecost reportingmanpower requirement analysisgeneral accountingstandard costingGAAP compliance

Soft Skills

problem-solvingteachingleadingmentoringteamworkcross-functional collaborationcommunicationpresentationinterpersonal skillsinitiative

Certifications

CPAMBA