General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations. We are about supporting the mission of the warfighter. Our products can be found with every U.S. Military branch with allies around the world. We are looking for motivated and creative individuals who want to help shape and support this organization.

The Red Lion Team is seeking a Finance Principal on First (1st) shift.

GD-OTS offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental and vision, among a few other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you. 

Summary: 

Performs a variety of financial activities, including accounting, financial analysis, audit, tax, credit and collections | Develops and evaluates financial plans and policies | Establishes and maintains accounting, financial, and reporting policies and controls.

Position: Finance Principal

Shift: 1st Shift

Schedule: Monday-Thursday and every other Friday

Essential Duties:

• Manages multiple financial functions in the organization.
• Establishes internal controls for monitoring assets, capital investments, controlling costs, and measuring liquidity.
• Liaisons with senior leadership from accounting on matters of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• May summarize the financial status of the organization; interprets asset ratios, break-even analysis reports, profit margins, operating costs, stock value (if applicable), and other metrics used in measuring fiscal stability.
• Communicates with operations, marketing, HR, IT, and other departments on matters of internal controls and/or budget approval and ROI for specific projects.
• Prepares for audits and makes certain that financial reporting is completed properly, and that all documentation follows applicable regulations (including GAAP, FASB, or SEC mandates).

Required Qualifications: 

• Associate's Degree
• OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education & Experience
• 8-10 years of relevant experience 

Knowledge Skills & Abilities: 

• Account Reconciliation
• Balance sheet analysis
• Bank reconciliation
• Calculate depreciation
• Financial accounting
• Financial Reporting
• General ledger accounting
• Month-end close
• Quarter-end close
• Year-end close
• Cash forecast
• Prepare journal entries
• Financial planning and analysis
• Department budgets
• Contract/Job analysis
• Prepare Ad-Hoc reports for Home Office
• Revenue recognition
• Spreadsheet intermediate
• GAAP standards 
• Accounting software
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Oral and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting 

Physical Demand: 

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. 
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with safety/health hazard potential. 

Travel Requirements: 

• Less than 25% travel likely

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added, or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.