Assistant Controller

Elbit America • Roanoke, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly analytical Assistant Controller to help lead our general and cost accounting functions and ensure the integrity of our financial reporting for the growing $450M+ Warfighter Systems division. The ideal candidate will be responsible for helping lead the day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting a team of accountants. This role will report directly to the Warfighter Systems Controller in Roanoke, VA.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant Finance/Accounting work experience.
• Preferably direct experience working with General Ledger, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cost Accounting functions.
• Experience working in a project-oriented manufacturing/engineering environment preferred.
• Advanced expertise analyzing financial information.
• Must possess high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail but also able to look at the “big picture.”
• Ability to design Finance processes and metrics within the functional area.
• Possess a proven solid work ethic and able to act and operate independently to accomplish objectives and meet deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in fast-paced environment.
• Highly effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Able to communicate financial and accounting terms to business unit staff clearly and concisely.
• Overall mindset of continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively identify and implement process improvements.
• Advanced expertise with MS Excel including complex formulas and pivot tables.

Nice To Haves

• CPA/CMA is a plus but not required.
• Defense contracting experience and working knowledge of Government cost principles – Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Supplement (DFARS), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead local Finance Closing (month-end, quarterly, year-end) processes. Prepare and review journal entries as required. Support closing documentation and approvals. Own overall account reconciliation processes. Utilize BlackLine system for closing and reconciliation tracking.
• Help prepare and review accurate financial statements and reports. Responsible for timely reporting of financials to Warfighter Systems and Corporate Finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal financial policies. Utilize AuditBoard to maintain SOX controls and procedures. Support external E&Y audit testing and requests.
• Support the General Accounting Manager on key processes, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Reconciliations.
• Support the Cost Accounting Manager on key processes, including Standard Costing, Inventory valuation, and Variance (Materials, Labor, Overhead) cost analysis.
• Mentor and train accounting staff. Support accounting team goal setting and initiatives. Provide professional development for team. Help lead team during ERP transition.
• Partner with IT team to support key Accounting processes in legacy ERP system while new A&D Infor ERP system is being implemented at the Roanoke site. Support ongoing ERP implementation activities for Finance function.
• Support Cash management and cross-functional initiatives. Help locally with new Operating Cashflow and Working Capital forecasting and reporting requirements.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities for division as required. Support FP&A function with variance analysis as needed to drive key business decision making.
• Champion continuous improvement within the Finance/Accounting team. Identify and implement tools and training as needed. Take on special Finance projects as assigned.
• Be a business partner to Warfighter Systems Site Leadership Team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Human Resources, Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level