Lead, Accountant for Acquisitions, Divestitures & Investments

L3Harris; Melbourne (FL); Remote; USD 86,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense industry is seeking a Lead Accountant for Acquisitions, Divestitures & Investments. This role involves technical and operational accounting, project management, and collaboration with various teams to support strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting, particularly in M&A transactions, and will contribute to the company's mission of national security.

Benefits

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years related experience or 7 years with a graduate degree.
• 3-8 years in public accounting or relevant Fortune 500 experience.

Responsibilities

• Focus on technical and operational accounting for acquisitions and divestitures.
• Manage monthly and quarterly accounting for strategic investments.
• Coordinate with external auditors and valuation advisors.

Skills

Technical research

Project management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Lead Accountant for Acquisitions, Divestitures & Investments

Job Code: 24035

Job Location: Melbourne, FL or will consider remote within the United States

Job Schedule: 9/80 Regular

Job Description:

The Lead Accounting position will focus on all aspects of technical and operational accounting associated with acquisitions, divestitures, strategic investments, and other special projects as assigned. Day-to-day interactions will involve working closely with the CHQ Controller, Controllers from each of the 4 segments, as well as the Corporate Strategy and Corporate Legal teams as it relates to accounting, integration, and separation activities for potential transactions. An ability to solve problems in a dynamic working environment and build relationships across teams is essential to this role. This position is an outstanding opportunity to support L3Harris strategic growth and operational performance initiatives, with broad exposure to a wide range of transaction-related accounting topics.

Essential Functions:

1. Technical research and documentation associated with potential transactions
2. Cross-functional project management & coordination efforts related to integrations and separations
3. Ownership for monthly & quarterly accounting for strategic investments
4. Technical analysis & documentation associated with product line sales across segments, application of ASC 606 & 610
5. Research and support held-for-sale conclusions and monthly/quarterly divestiture accounting
6. Calculation of gain/loss estimates and working capital settlement, including coordination with Corporate Strategy and Legal teams as needed to finalize purchase price for divested businesses
7. Annually, oversight for valuation and impairment considerations related to international financial statement filings under U.K. GAAP & IFRS
8. Quarterly, management and liaison with external auditors and 3rd party valuation and accounting advisors as necessary
9. Minimal travel expectation (less than 10%)

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
2. 3-8 years in public accounting at a nationally recognized firm, or relevant Fortune 500 industry experience
3. Active, inactive or progression towards Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Preferred Additional Skills:

1. Strong technical and financial acumen (Familiarity and/or expertise in ASC 805, 810, 323, 321, 320, 350, 360, and 820 is a plus)
2. Previous experience within the Aerospace & Defense industry
3. Previous experience with accounting for M&A transactions

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $86,000-$159,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity, maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, or membership in any protected group. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Many positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance, which may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants accepting a conditional offer may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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