COMPANY OVERVIEW: Turbine Controls MRO, a VSE Aviation Company (“TC MRO”) is a globally recognized maintenance, repair and overhaul facility with over 180 employees and more than 45 years of expertise in engine component and accessory repair services. Our locations in Bloomfield, Connecticut and Miramar, Florida service original equipment manufacturers, airlines, engine centers, asset managers and government agencies supporting components and LRU's for commercial, military, airframe and industrial applications. Our focus on customer satisfaction, process improvement, quality, delivery and competitive pricing has made TC MRO a recognized leader in the aerospace industry.SUMMARY: VSE Aviation is seeking an experienced candidate for its accounting manager role. This role reports to the segment controller and leads a team of five accounting professionals. The accounting manager will be responsible for delivering accurate, reliable, and timely monthly financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).Candidate will have the opportunity to make a real impact by driving process improvement and system implementation efforts to streamline operations and improve the close process and overall scalability of the accounting/finance function. As the leader of the accounting team, the candidate will be a key player in financial audits, managing sales and use tax compliance requirements, develop team, lead the financial integration of new acquisitions, and provide quality financial reporting and accounting operations that support the growth of our business.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Monthly Close
Own the monthly/quarterly/yearly close process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements and various GL analysis for 2 distinct business units and 2 legal entities
Proactively identify process improvements
Financial Reporting
Responsible for managing the review and the preparation of financial statement reporting deliverables, adhering to established timelines and protocols
Assist in research, company adoption, and documentation of emerging accounting standards
Compliance
Lead the communication and data flow to auditors for the annual financial and internal control audits
Manage the proper maintenance of sales & use tax records and the preparation of tax returns
Maintain an internal control structure that ensures the integrity of information maintained in all financial areas
Integration & System Implementation
Responsible for the financial integration of new acquisitions
People Management
Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relations
Spearhead strategy and goal setting initiatives within the accounting department
Accounting Operations
Partner with FP&A as they work with the business to develop strategies, establish objectives, and make decisions that could have a financial impact on the business
Provide accounting subject matter expertise to other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy and applying observations and recommendation to operational issues
Report on the financial results of operational activities to senior leadership and other department heads
Bachelor’s Degree (Degree: Accounting/Finance)
CPA or Eligible
7 years of work experience and 1-3 years in a supervisory capacity
Proven experience building, developing, mentoring, and inspiring a high-performance professional accounting team
Good understanding of financial reporting
Knowledge of US GAAP
Strong ERP and consolidation system experience (HFM/Oracle/Essbase (SmartView))
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Applicable work experience in a high-pace environment and willingness to have a high diverse set of tasks and responsibilities
PREFERREDREQUIREMENTS:
Master’s Degree
12+ years of work Experience
Strong understanding of both Financial Reporting and US GAAP
CPA designation
Sales & Use Tax Software experience
OTHER:
The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.
