Senior Accountant

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VA, US

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Leonardo DRS, Inc. is an innovative and agile provider of advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world. We specialize in the design, development and manufacture of advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and electric power and propulsion, and other leading mission-critical technologies. Our innovative people are leading the way in developing disruptive technologies for autonomous, dynamic, interconnected, and multi-domain capabilities to defend against new and emerging threats.

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Job Location:

Arlington, VA (hybrid)

The Senior Accountant is 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.

Financial Close and Reporting

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.

Cash and Treasury Accounting

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.

Fixed Asset Accounting

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.

Intercompany Accounting

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.

Debt and Financing Activities

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.

Prepaid Expenses and Other Assets

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.

Reconciliations and Internal Controls

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.

Audit Support

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

Process Improvement and Special Projects

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 with a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, preferably within a government contracting environment.
• Experience supporting corporate accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and accounting policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to perform detailed financial analysis and identify process improvement…