Accountant

Cessna Aircraft Company; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Education assistance

Wellness program

Medical, dental, vision & 401(K)

Job summary

Textron Systems, part of Textron, is seeking a finance professional to manage and record financial transactions, support month-end close, and assist with audits. The role requires strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and the ability to maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities include balance sheet reconciliations, interfacing with management, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and federal contracting regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to maintain security clearance.
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record financial transactions per guidance and policies.
• Assist in month end close and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Support financial, tax, internal and government reporting audits.
• Adhere to internal controls and SOX tests.
• Interface with management on accounting status and corrective actions.
• Prepare assigned balance sheet reconciliations using analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Team player

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Finance business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Prepare and record company financial transactions in accordance with governing accounting guidance and company policies, preparing supplemental schedules as required.
• Assist in month end close and ensure financial records are in compliance with internal process documentation, generally accepted accounting principles, corporate accounting policies/control standards and applicable federal contracting regulations.
• Support financial, tax, internal and government reporting audits.
• Adhere to internal controls; assist with Sarbanes Oxley test of controls.
• Interface with management and company personnel, as required, regarding the status of accounting transactions and corrective actions required
• Prepare assigned balance sheet account reconciliations applying appropriate analytical techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to maintain security clearance
• Effective analytical skills and business acumen including an understanding of company operational processes and demonstrated understanding of technical accounting principles
• Ability to analyze and interpret program financial data. PC Proficiency required in Microsoft office with a strong emphasis on Excel
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and work well in a team environment
• Ability to be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is $71,400 - $107,000 per year.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.