The Director, Accounting will lead the financial close function for consolidated GD-OTS including primary responsibility for monthly, quarterly and annual reporting of actuals to GD Corporate; consolidation and review of 19 business unit ledgers and management of the GD-OTS Home Office ledger. Collaborate with GD-OTS business unit finance leadership on accounting and financial close matters. Serve as a liaison with GD Corporate and business units to coordinate timely financial reporting including, performing evaluation of business unit submissions for completeness and accuracy. This is a highly visible role with significant growth opportunities in a strategic business unit of a Fortune 100 Company.

• Manages multiple accounting functions and operations such as general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, asset, cost, and may also have responsibility for tax accounting.  

• Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental financial and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards.  

• Oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting.  

• Evaluates accounting processes and systems and implements optimizations. Develops and directs accounting professionals and support staff. 

• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions related to hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions with concurrence from the HR Directors & General Managers. 

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead the Home Office consolidation team responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for all of OTS by ensuring deadlines are met, review submissions for accuracy, assigning and reviewing work performed by the reporting team, and other related responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance on technical accounting issues and questions to business units and locations. Comprehensive ability to analyze complex financial information concisely, and present conclusions and recommendations as needed.

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• ​​Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment​  

• Provides leadership to managers and may also have professional staff. 

• Must have at least one manager level direct report 

• Is accountable for the performance and results of multiple related teams 

• Develops departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities 

• Decisions are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives 

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 8-10 years' experience or Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
  
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Account Reconciliation. Accounting Management. Accounts Payable. Balance Sheet Analysis. Bank Reconciliation. Financial Accounting. Financial Reporting. General Ledger Accounting. Project Management. Revenue Recognition. GAAP Standards. Accounting Software.
• Critical professional related technical skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Business, Finance or Accounting degree preferred.

Physical Demands:

• 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 minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel:

• ​​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.