Accountant (Remote) (Accountant 2) 28535

HII's Mission Technologies division•Newport News, VA

2d•Remote

About The Position

HII is seeking a motivated, detail‑focused Accountant to join our Financial Reporting, Revenue Recognition, and SOX team. This role is ideal for someone eager to grow their technical accounting skills while contributing to a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in GAAP accounting, financial statement preparation, and multi‑entity reporting, along with a strong interest in process improvement and automation.

Requirements

3 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in related field; or 1 year of relevant experience with a Master’s in a related field.
Working knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
Experience working with a mid‑ to large‑scale ERP and consolidation systems.
Hands‑on experience with multi‑entity data reconciliation.
Experience with multi‑entity accounting or consolidations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multi‑task while working independently and within a group environment.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
Proficiency in Excel and comfort with automation or analytical tasks.
Capable of working in a demanding, deadline‑driven environment with a focus on accuracy and quality.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant.
Experience assisting with SEC 10Q/10K filings, disclosures, and other reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple entities in accordance with GAAP.
Complete consolidated fluctuation analyses and support monthly close activities.
Perform monthly balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations across multiple entities.
Prepare schedules, analyses, and support documentation for internal and external audits.
Support the accurate, timely, and complete submission of the division’s financial statements and schedules in support of SEC 10Q/10K filings.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and enhance reporting accuracy.
Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Build and maintain efficiency tools using Excel, Power Query, or other automation features to streamline recurring processes.
Participate in process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and SOX‑related activities.