[Hiring] Accountant Lead @V2X

Role Description

This is a highly visible role reporting to the Director of Corporate Accounting. This role supports General Ledger and Financial reporting functions for V2X. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Trial Balance review
• Month-end close reporting
• Preparing and reviewing account reconciliations
• Reviewing flux analyses
• Preparing schedules and other accounting data for external accountants to support audits of financial statements
• Driving process improvement and resolution for payroll related balance sheet accounts

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the full cycle of accounting and reporting activities
• Facilitate the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Maintain month-end close task lists for entries and reconciliations related to payroll
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations during and after close related to the Payroll accounting group
• Assist in leading and training the Payroll accounting group
• Serve as a key point of contact for Payroll accounting team members and related questions
• Partner with business managers to ensure timely close and completion of account reconciliations
• Analyze financial data to support management decisions and identify areas for improvement
• Lead or support initiatives to improve financial visibility, internal controls, and reporting processes
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards, as required
• Follow and ensure compliance with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and internal accounting policies
• Collaborate with the Compliance team to support DCAA/DCMA audits and accounting system audits
• Act as the primary liaison for external audit inquiries related to payroll general ledger
• Plan and work with internal and external auditors to remain SOX compliant
• Perform additional financial duties or special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of six (6) years' progressive accounting experience, including Financial Operations, Cost Management, Accounting, General Ledger Month-End Close, and financial statement audit experience
• United States citizenship, required
• May work extended hours

Requirements

• CPA obtained or in progress, active status preferred
• Experience with account reconciliations of large multinational organizations, a plus
• Experience in federal government contracting environment, including multiple contract types (CPFF, T&M, FFP) desired
• Expertise in FAR, CAS, and DCAA/DCMA audit protocols preferred
• Possesses critical thinking skills to synthesize scenarios and diverse perspectives to problem solving
• Innovative thinker with a passion for driving change, solution-oriented
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex financial data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports and statements
• Technical knowledge of GAAP requirements, government financial performance, operational accounting, and SOX compliance
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Strong communicator, both orally and in writing
• Ability to develop, cultivate, and manage relationships with corporate business partners
• Proficient in the use of computer software programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and advanced knowledge of Excel
• Experience with ERP financial systems (i.e. IFS, Kyriba, SAP ECC, S/4HANA, etc.)

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Retirement plan
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources