Sr Director Accounting

Overview

The Senior Director of Accounting serves as a key strategic leader within SNC’s Accounting organization, reporting to the VP of Accounting to guide the company’s financial vision and operational excellence. The Senior Director oversees critical accounting functions—including general ledger, technical accounting, reporting, travel and expense—while influencing accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and process automation. This role ensures financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely internal and external reporting.

It champions the deployment of technology and modern accounting practices to elevate the organization’s financial capabilities and leads the evolution of system controls and AI-enabled automation initiatives to support growth and innovation. Collaboration with executive leadership, cross-functional partners, and a large accounting team is essential to deliver strategic insights and drive alignment. The role fosters a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and shared success within SNC’s dynamic environment.

SNC’s corporate team provides strategic direction and business support across executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all accounting functions, including recording company transactions, classifications, and reconciliation of account balances.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR/DFARS, and company policy.
• Review and verify the accuracy of financial information, transactions, reports, balance sheets, income statements, consolidated statements, and other accounting schedules.
• Develop and implement advanced accounting system controls to ensure adequate recognition of financial transactions.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to provide strategic financial insights and support decision‑making processes.
• Communicate and enforce comprehensive accounting and auditing policies and procedures.
• Manage and mentor a large team of accounting professionals (approximately 20), providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Optimize key financial metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and strategic insights.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and reporting requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 15+ years of relevant accounting experience, with at least 8+ years in a senior management role.
• Higher-level degree may substitute for experience. Public accounting and related experience.
• Expert understanding of advanced accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Extensive experience managing a large team of accounting professionals.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• Thorough knowledge of financial accounting regulations, GAAP, and financial statement analysis, preparation, and reporting.
• Ability to conduct technical accounting research, document conclusions, and resolve complex issues.
• Proven leadership abilities, including change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, and annual reviews.
• Strong strategic thinking, delegation, collaboration, and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to navigate change and uncertainty and make defensible decisions in ambiguity.

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Extensive knowledge of regulatory compliance and audit processes.
• SEC reporting experience.
• Demonstrated passion for ideation and innovation, with ability to motivate others toward a shared vision.
• Long-term, strategic perspective with ability to articulate direction.
• Deltek (Cost Point) accounting system experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, CAS, and IFRS.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.