Leonardo DRS is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security. Headquartered in Arlington, VA, the Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. which employs more than 70,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at [ Link removed ] - Click here to apply to Manager General Accounting.

DRS Signal Solutions, Inc. specializes in communications-surveillance products that meld both RF and DSP technologies and is a leading worldwide supplier of high-quality signal-intercept equipment. We provide creative RF solutions to the Department of Defense and prime contractors. The facility designs and manufactures HF, VHF, and SHF tuners and receivers, demodulators, direction finders and wireless intercept solutions.

Job Location: Germantown, MD

Title:   Manager General Accounting

 Position Summary:

Responsible for the direct management of an accounting staff engaged in general or specialized accounting functions such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cost Accounting, in accordance with IFRS policies and procedures.

 Duties

• Responsible for the direct management of an accounting staff engaged in general or specialized accounting functions, such as General Ledger, Customer Billings, Accounts Receivable, Cost Accounting and the like, in accordance with IFRS policies and procedures
• Manages accurate, timely, completion Month-end accounting close and submission of Financial Statements
• Responsible for the employment, training, motivation and discipline of direct reports (may include support and/or professional staff members)
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting with 5+ years Accounting experience (or equivalent related education and experience)
• CPA or MBA preferred
• Minimum 2+ years supervisory experience
• Proven proficiency in leading the day-to-day activities of the department
• Expert knowledge of Excel is required
• FAR/CAS knowledge is preferred
• Experience working in an ERP environment is preferred (Oracle R12 or Cost Point CP7)

Specialties may include:

General Accounting

• Applies principles of accounting to monitor and analyze financial information, and prepare specialized reports
• Balances books and prepares accounting statements (i.e., profit/loss, income, cash flow, etc.) and schedules
• Records assets and liabilities and other financial transactions
• Maintains records of disbursements and expenses
• Reviews accounts and reports for accuracy
• May contribute to the design, modification or implementation of accounting systems
• Contributes to improving processes and procedures that accurately capture, track and report on financial transactions
• Ensures adherence to and communication of accounting policies and procedures
• Supports external and internal audits

Cost Accounting 

• Prepares and analyzes cost reports, as needed to support operations 
• Ensures that costs are allocated in accordance with established procedures 
• Gathers cost data on labor, material purchases, operating, expenses, equipment depreciation, etc.
• May prepare profitability analyses 
• May be involved with the administration and enhancement of the cost accounting system

Leonardo DRS, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. #AIS