Senior Accountant

Leonardo DRS, Inc.

35d • $100,000 - $115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting corporate accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close activities, account reconciliations, compliance requirements, and financial analysis. This role serves as a key contributor to the Corporate Accounting team and partners with management to support audits, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience with a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, preferably within a government contracting environment.
• Experience supporting corporate accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and accounting policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to perform detailed financial analysis and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, OneStream, Sage Fixed Assets (FAS), Microsoft Access, and other accounting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analyses, and reporting schedules to support the timely and accurate completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages while ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage corporate cash accounting activities, including banking transactions, cash reconciliations, Treasury-related journal entries, and cash flow reporting.
• Support treasury operations and ensure the accurate recording and reporting of cash-related transactions.
• Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with capitalization policies and applicable accounting standards while supporting periodic asset reviews and audits.
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions, coordinate settlements, and work with affiliated entities to resolve discrepancies.
• Support accurate and timely intercompany reporting and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.
• Account for debt-related transactions, including interest expense, principal payments, and debt issuance costs.
• Maintain supporting schedules and reconciliations to ensure the accurate reporting of financing activities.
• Review and record prepaid expenses and other asset transactions, maintain amortization schedules, and ensure proper accounting treatment in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, support internal control activities, and assist in maintaining compliance with SOX requirements and corporate accounting policies.
• Identify and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Provide documentation, analyses, schedules, and other support required for internal and external audits, quarterly reviews, and internal control testing activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and internal controls.
• Participate in departmental initiatives, system implementations, and special projects while supporting continuous improvement efforts across the accounting organization.

Benefits

• comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
• parental leave benefits
• tuition reimbursement
• professional development support
• life and disability insurance coverage
• company contribution to a health savings account
• telemedicine
• legal insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• wellness programs
• flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
• community service hours

What This Job Offers

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