Senior Accountant (Accountant 4) - 22985

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Fairfax (VA); Remote; USD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Accountant, where you will play a crucial role in financial analysis and intercompany accounting. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while allowing you to leverage your extensive experience in US GAAP and financial reporting. You will be part of a dedicated team that values accuracy, attention to detail, and effective communication. With competitive benefits and a commitment to employee well-being, this is an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment. If you are ready to make an impact in national defense and technology solutions, apply today!

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plans

Employee assistance programs

401(k) Savings Plan Options

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Early childhood education scholarships

Post-secondary education scholarships

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in accounting or 8 years with a Master's degree.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of GAAP required.

Responsibilities

• Create Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations and prepare journal entries.
• Analyze financial information and ensure accounting controls are adhered to.

Skills

US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Understanding of Tax Laws

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Accounting

Tools

Costpoint

Blackline

Excel

Job description

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Location: Fairfax, VA, Virginia, United States

Requisition Number:22985

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$88,157.00-$105,000.00

Security Clearance:None

Level of Experience:Senior

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

HII-Mission Technologies is currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join the team! This position can be a remote opportunity.

This position reports directly to the General Ledger Accounting Manager. This employee will be responsible for a wide variety of monthly intercompany, general accounting, and financial analysis for the businesses within the HII. You will coordinate on a regular basis with business management within the business units and division business process owners utilizing the Costpoint Accounting System as the source for data analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for creation of assigned Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations for entities in TSD Costpoint.
• Account reconciliations which may include coordination and research of various issues with the bank such as cleared check differences, bank fee anomalies, targeted balance calculations, and enhancements to online services.
• Responsible for reviewing Intercompany Accounting Transfer (IAT) documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepares journal entries utilizing correct usage of General Ledger Accounts, Projects and Organizations, and communication with management on discrepancies.
• Coordination of Indirect Intercompany charges between Business Unit Billing departments and receiving HII entities.
• Tracking incoming IAT's during the period and preparing accruals if needed for period end close.
• Responsible for Intercompany tie-outs logs and ensuring confirmation and resolution of any period-end tie-out issues with other Intercompany entities to ensure elimination of intercompany balances within HII.
• Review and analyze the financial information and will ensure proper accounting controls and procedures are adhered to.
• Researches and analyzes fluctuations and variances between current financial results compared to prior year, prior month, and budgeted amounts.
• Enters journal entries accurately into the Costpoint Accounting System.
• Provide back-up month-end support for duties assigned to other accountants as needed.
• Document policies, procedures, and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Support various deliverables and special project requests.

What you need to have:

• 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; or 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field.
• Good working knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to accommodate all the deadlines during the period-end closing process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize diverse tasks.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Understanding of tax laws and regulations.
• Experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Experience with Costpoint, Blackline, and Excel.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.