Principal Specialist, Accounting & Controlship (Hybrid)
About The Position
The Principal Specialist, Accounting & Controllership, is responsible for supporting core accounting activities and financial reporting processes across business unit P&Ls. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and integrity of financial data in alignment with US GAAP and company policies. This position plays a key role in month-end close, account analysis, and internal controls, while partnering with cross-functional teams to support business objectives. The individual will also contribute to audit activities and drive continuous improvement initiatives within accounting and controllership processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 5 years of experience in finance or an Advanced Degree in Accounting or Finance with 3 years of finance experience.
- Understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting principles.
- Experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
- Knowledge and experience with internal controls and SOX/ESOX compliance.
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and financial reporting tools.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, reconciliations).
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in aerospace or large multinational organizations.
- Exposure to internal and external audits and audit coordination.
- Experience with process improvement, automation, or standardization initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive results.
- Analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify variances.
- Communication skills (written and verbal), with ability to partner across functions.
Responsibilities
- Perform and lead accounting activities supporting engineering department P&Ls, ensuring accurate financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP and company policies.
- Analyze and review account reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and drive timely resolution while ensuring proper supporting documentation.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and financial adjustments.
- Prepare, analyze, and deliver financial reports, providing insights and variance explanations to support business and leadership decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX/ESOX requirements by executing, documenting, and supporting control activities and audits.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, improve processes, and ensure alignment with financial and operational objectives.
- Support internal and external audits by coordinating deliverables, addressing inquiries, and ensuring timely closure of audit actions.
- Perform financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Investigate and resolve accounting variances, including intercompany, balance sheet, and transactional discrepancies.
- Maintain integrity of financial data within systems (e.g., SAP), ensuring proper classification and recording of transactions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members and stakeholders on accounting processes, policies, and issue resolution.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Employee Scholar Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
