Senior Accountant

Leonardo DRS is a leading provider of advanced defense products, services, and support to military forces, intelligence agencies, and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we design, develop, manufacture, and sustain a broad portfolio of mission-critical systems supporting military operations, homeland security, and national defense initiatives.

Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A., a global aerospace, defense, and security company employing more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and foster a high-performance culture that rewards innovation, collaboration, and results. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at

Hybrid-Arlington, VA

Responsible for supporting corporate accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close activities, account reconciliations, compliance requirements, and financial analysis. This role serves as a key contributor to the Corporate Accounting team and partners with management to support audits, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, financial analyses, and reporting schedules to support the timely and accurate completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities. Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages while ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.

Manage corporate cash accounting activities, including banking transactions, cash reconciliations, Treasury‑related journal entries, and cash flow reporting. Support treasury operations and ensure the accurate recording and reporting of cash‑related transactions.

Maintain fixed asset records, depreciation schedules, reconciliations, and reporting. Ensure compliance with capitalization policies and applicable accounting standards while supporting periodic asset reviews and audits.

Process and reconcile intercompany transactions, coordinate settlements, and work with affiliated entities to resolve discrepancies. Support accurate and timely intercompany reporting and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.

Account for debt‑related transactions, including interest expense, principal payments, and debt issuance costs. Maintain supporting schedules and reconciliations to ensure the accurate reporting of financing activities.

Review and record prepaid expenses and other asset transactions, maintain amortization schedules, and ensure proper accounting treatment in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.

Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, support internal control activities, and assist in maintaining compliance with SOX requirements and corporate accounting policies. Identify and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.

Provide documentation, analyses, schedules, and other support required for internal and external audits, quarterly reviews, and internal control testing activities.

Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and internal controls. Participate in departmental initiatives, system implementations, and special projects while supporting continuous improvement efforts across the accounting organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience…