Senior Accountant

Job Description

BAE Systems is a leader in the defense industry and currently has a need for a Sr Accountant to join the Combat Mission Systems accounting team. This is a general accounting role that will act as the main point of contact with our external audit firm, become a lead subject matter expert on general ledger tasks and the lead accountant on all hedge-related transactions. This position works independently and as a team, applying accounting knowledge, requires great attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and effective communication abilities.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead interface between the auditors and BAE

• Coordinate audits with internal and external auditors

• Distribute audit requests across other functions in the business

• Work closely with program finance to maintain accurate and timely hedge payments and schedules

• Perform month end tasks required in the General Ledger module of our accounting ERP system

• Prepare journal entries

• Perform monthly account reconciliations

• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations

• Maintain and monitor internal controls

• Collaborate with other departments

• Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or Finance and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience

• Strong organizational skills and analytical skills

• Strong understanding of accounting concepts

• Ability to prioritize and stay on task in a remote work environment

• Good time management and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment

• Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills

• Microsoft Suite experience, especially Excel

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Oracle ERP experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

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.

Senior Accountant

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