Sr Manager, Accounting

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 134,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual stock contribution (5%)

Health insurance

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager Accounting to lead the accounting function and drive financial reporting across global sites. The role focuses on compliance, team leadership, and strategic financial initiatives while supporting end-to-end processes and system implementations.

The position requires CPA, extensive accounting experience, and the ability to manage, mentor and develop a high-performing team with cross-functional exposure. Travel up to 50% is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Mastery of financial reporting, GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Experience leading accounting teams and cross-functional partnerships.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, including hiring and training.
• Oversee preparation and analysis of financial statements, budgets and cash flow.
• Develop and implement long-term financial strategies aligned with company goals.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with auditors, vendors and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Compliance

Financial analysis

Leadership

Project management

Technology proficiency

Strategic thinking

Strategic partnerships

Financial strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.

Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated annual base pay: $134,000 - $190,000.

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

What You Will Be Doing:

As a key member of the SAP S/4 implementation team, you will be supporting the Record to Report workstream in the implementation of SAP S/4 across our global sites over the next several years. You will also be working closely with the other cross functional workstreams to ensure seamless end to end processes supporting training, testing, hypercare and system development.

Domestic and International Travel

50% (possibly higher during site deployments of S/4).

Areas of responsibilities

Areas of responsibilities that will include but are not limited to,

• Actual Costing with PMMO
• Standard Costing
• Inventory Controls
• Intercompany
• Payroll & Benefits
• Lease Accounting
• Capex/PPE
• Financial Reporting
• Taxes
• Compliance/GAAP/SOX

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance: A Senior Manager Accounting is responsible for ensuring that the organization complies with all financial regulations and laws. This includes maintaining accurate records, filing tax returns, and adhering to accounting standards.
• Managing the accounting team: A Senior Manager Accounting is responsible for managing a team of accounting professionals, including hiring, training, and mentoring team members, and ensuring that all accounting processes are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Financial analysis and reporting: A Senior Manager Accounting is responsible for overseeing the preparation and analysis of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. These reports are used to provide accurate financial information to stakeholders and help guide business decisions.
• Financial strategy: A Senior Manager Accounting is responsible for developing and implementing long-term financial strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives. This includes identifying opportunities for growth and optimizing financial performance.
• Strategic partnerships: A Senior Manager Accounting is responsible for building and maintaining strategic partnerships with external and internal stakeholders, including auditors, vendors, and other financial professionals. This includes negotiating and reviewing contracts, managing relationships, and ensuring that the organization receives the best possible financial advice and guidance.

Key Skills

• Communication: The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, including executives, team members, and clients.
• Compliance: The ability to stay up to date on financial regulations and laws and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Financial analysis: The ability to analyze financial data and identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Leadership: The ability to lead and motivate a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, direction, and support.
• Project management: The ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Technology proficiency: The ability to use financial software and tools to manage accounting data, generate reports, and analyze financial performance.
• Strategic thinking: The ability to think beyond the day-to-day operations of the accounting department and consider how financial decisions will impact the organization as a whole. They need to be able to identify potential opportunities and risks and develop strategies to capitalize on the opportunities and mitigate the risks.
• Strategic partnerships: The ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships with external and internal stakeholders, including auditors, vendors, and other financial professionals.
• Financial strategy: The ability to develop and implement long-term financial strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives.

Other Qualifications

• US – Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) of Accounting or Finance required; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Application window is anticipated to close 7 days from original posting date.

About Woodward

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments.

At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.