Assistant Corporate Controller

Overview

Aero Vironment Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) is an industry-leading technology solutions provider in autonomous systems and space and directed energy, with business areas including unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), loitering munitions, advanced robotics, and cyber & mission systems. Our innovative technologies deliver critical solutions for defense and commercial customers worldwide.

We are seeking an accomplished Assistant Corporate Controller to join our high-performing Corporate Accounting team. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this position is responsible for managing accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and supporting SEC reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and government compliance requirements. The Assistant Controller will work closely with executive management, internal and external auditors, and other cross-functional leaders across the organization.

This position offers high visibility across the organization and requires both strong technical accounting expertise and proven team leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Lead and develop the Corporate Accounting team, ensuring effective execution of responsibilities and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to GAAP, SOX and FAR/CAS government requirements, including reviewing and approving monthly journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
• Support SEC reporting, including the preparation of financial information for forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy Statements.
• Support consolidation of domestic and international subsidiaries, including foreign currency considerations.
• Oversee accounting for inventory and fixed assets, cost accounting, equity-based compensation, overhead rates, and project accounting, with specific application to government contract requirements (CAS).
• Support post-M&A integration activities, including consolidation of financial results, alignment of accounting policies, and integration of systems and controls.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and coordinate with IT to ensure effective operation of ERP and reporting systems.
• Support audits from government agencies and tax authorities, including DCAA, Department of State, IRS, and state-level agencies.
• Monitor developments in accounting and regulatory standards to ensure continued compliance.

• 10+ years of progressive corporate accounting experience, or 7+ years with combination of corporate and public accounting experience (Big 4 preferred).
• 5+ years in accounting leadership roles, successfully leading teams in complex organizations.
• Experience in supporting SEC reporting required; proven track record supporting filings for a publicly traded company.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and government contract accounting (FAR/CAS).
• Experience with consolidation of foreign entities with local functional currency.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, including purchase accounting and post-close integrations.
• Knowledge of income tax accounting and equity-based compensation.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud (Oracle EPM, FCCS, ARCS a plus).

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• CPA designation or MBA strongly preferred.

• Effective leader and people manager with demonstrated ability to mentor and build teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging across all organizational levels and with external stakeholders.
• Self-directed with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Advanced Excel and strong ERP/financial systems proficiency.
• Excellent accounting research and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

• A mission-driven culture where your work directly supports U.S. national security and global defense.
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.
• Professional growth and mentorship in a highly visible leadership role.
• Hybrid/remote flexibility with periodic commute to our office in Simi Valley, CA.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact within a fast-growing, publicly traded aerospace leader.

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or a person approved for an export license from the appropriate governing agency.

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  We also encourage you to review our company website at  to learn more about us.

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This position requires ITAR/EAR compliance. Some…