Controller

Leonardo DRS, Inc. • Richland Township, PA

10d • $130,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller will lead the accounting organization for Leonardo DRS’s Naval Electronics Business Unit and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. The position provides accounting leadership across operations in the United States and Canada, aligning activities with enterprise controls, reporting cadence, and compliance expectations. The role is hybrid and follows a 9/80 schedule, with approximately 10% domestic and international travel, including Canada.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• 10 or more years of progressive accounting or finance experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Demonstrated expertise in government cost accounting in a regulated environment.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting practices, procedures, and financial reporting.
• Understanding of governmental regulations and reporting requirements.
• Advanced proficiency with an ERP system, such as Deltek/CostPoint, Power BI, and Microsoft Excel.
• Proven ability to interpret complex financial and budgetary reports and drive actionable insights.

Nice To Haves

• Experience overseeing or partnering with Canada-based accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor accounting policies and procedures and recommend improvements aligned with business needs and evolving regulations.
• Consult with senior management and participate in establishing and implementing departmental goals and objectives.
• Establish accounting plans, goals, and policies consistent with company-wide priorities.
• Support the organization’s mission, values, and culture, and serve as a trusted resource on accounting matters.
• Mentor and develop leaders and team members to build capability and continuity.
• Oversee preparation of daily, monthly, annual, and periodic financial statements and required tax reporting.
• Ensure external submissions and filings are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.
• Ensure accounting records and reporting comply with GAAP and applicable government regulations.
• Serve as a liaison with external auditors and applicable regulatory authorities.
• Ensure internal and external recording and reporting of financial transactions are accurate and well-controlled.
• Ensure accounting activities follow established legal, regulatory, and company procedures.
• Lead and support government cost accounting requirements and reporting expectations.
• Conduct cost, ratio, trend, and other comparative analyses.
• Review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary reports, including annual forecasts.
• Complete operational reports and analyses requested by senior leadership.
• Assign, direct, and evaluate work to ensure efficient and compliant finance operations.
• Foster a performance-driven culture focused on accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership oversight for accounting operations supporting locations in the United States and Canada, ensuring alignment with enterprise controls, reporting cadence, and compliance expectations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan and company contribution to a health savings account.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Parental leave benefits and paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development support and programs for career growth and skill enhancement.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• Telemedicine.
• Legal insurance.
• Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Flexible work schedules through the 9/80 program.
• Community service hours.
• Annual performance-based bonuses may be available.
• Equity awards may be available.
• Overtime pay for non-exempt employees, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

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