Assistant Controller

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical Assistant Controller to help lead our general and cost accounting functions and ensure the integrity of our financial reporting for the growing $450M+ Warfighter Systems division. The ideal candidate will be responsible for helping lead the day‑to‑day accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining internal controls, and supporting a team of accountants. This role will report directly to the Warfighter Systems Controller in Roanoke, VA.

• Lead local finance closing (month‑end, quarterly, year‑end) processes. Prepare and review journal entries as required. Support closing documentation and approvals. Own overall account reconciliation processes. Utilize Black Line system for closing and reconciliation tracking.
• Help prepare and review accurate financial statements and reports. Responsible for timely reporting of financials to Warfighter Systems and Corporate Finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal financial policies. Utilize Audit Board to maintain SOX controls and procedures. Support external E&Y audit testing and requests.
• Support the General Accounting Manager on key processes, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Reconciliations.
• Support the Cost Accounting Manager on key processes, including Standard Costing, inventory valuation, and variance (materials, labor, overhead) cost analysis.
• Mentor and train accounting staff. Support accounting team goal setting and initiatives. Provide professional development for the team. Help lead the team during ERP transition.
• Partner with IT to support key accounting processes in legacy ERP while a new A&D Infor ERP system is being implemented at the Roanoke site. Support ongoing ERP implementation activities for Finance.
• Support cash management and cross‑functional initiatives. Help locally with new operating cash flow and working capital forecasting and reporting requirements.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities for the division as required. Support FP&A function with variance analysis as needed to drive key business decision making.
• Champion continuous improvement within the Finance/Accounting team. Identify and implement tools and training as needed. Take on special Finance projects as assigned.
• Be a business partner to the Warfighter Systems Site Leadership Team. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, such as Human Resources, Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA/CMA is a plus but not required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant Finance/Accounting work experience. Preferably direct experience working with General Ledger, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Cost Accounting functions.
• Experience working in a project‑oriented manufacturing/engineering environment preferred.
• Advanced expertise analyzing financial information. Must possess a high degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail but also able to look at the big picture.
• Ability to design Finance processes and metrics within the functional area.
• Possess a proven solid work ethic and ability to act independently to accomplish objectives and meet deadlines. Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Highly effective communication skills (verbal and written). Able to communicate financial and accounting terms to business unit staff clearly and concisely.
• Overall mindset of continuous improvement. Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to proactively identify and implement process improvements.
• Advanced expertise with MS Excel including complex formulas and pivot tables.
• Defense contracting experience and working knowledge of government cost principles – FAR, DFARS, CAS is a plus but not required.

• Lower cost of living
• Family‑friendly area
• Career and economic growth
• Scenic beauty
• Outdoor enthusiast's dream

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, and…