Lead, Accounting

L3HHCM20•Tallahassee, FL

2d•Remote

About The Position

Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our remote External Reporting and Technical Accounting team ahead of the IPO of our Missile Solutions business. This role is critical in supporting the preparation of external financial reports and ensuring compliance with GAAP and SEC reporting requirements and evaluation of technical accounting matters. The position offers exposure to technical accounting topics, cross-functional collaboration, and key corporate reporting processes—while contributing to process improvements, automation initiatives, and the timely, high-quality filing of SEC documents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and functions (e.g., nested IFs, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, pivot tables)
Experience preparing or supporting SEC filings in a public company environment
Self-motivated and accountable, with ability to work independently and efficiently in a remote setting
Organized and effective at managing time and priorities; able to shift seamlessly between tasks in a deadline-driven setting
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
CPA license or actively pursuing certification

Responsibilities

Prepare consolidated financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures for inclusion in Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and earnings releases
Prepare reporting schedules including cash flow statement, equity roll forward, earnings per share, and other key reconciliations and workpapers to support the quarterly close and SEC filings
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and automation to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy
Research, interpret, and document complex accounting issues including lease accounting (ASC 842) and other technical matters, ensuring accurate application under U.S. GAAP
Support IPO readiness and compliance with new and existing SEC disclosure requirements, including preparation of technical accounting memos and strengthening SOX/ICFR controls
Coordinate with external auditors to provide documentation and support for SEC filings and ICFR
Collaborate with stakeholders across Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Legal, HR, FP&A and Investor Relations to coordinate data collection and reporting
Collaborate with our Parent External Reporting team for external reporting requests
Support ad hoc analyses, special projects, and other corporate reporting initiatives as needed