Sr. Accounting Manager

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

Summary

We are seeking an accomplished Accounting Senior Manager to join our high-performing Corporate Accounting team.  Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, this position is responsible for supporting the successful deployment and continuous improvement of Oracle Fusion applications with a focus on finance and accounting modules.  The Accounting Senior Manager will work closely with executive management and other cross-functional leaders across the organization.

This position offers high visibility across the organization and requires strong technical accounting expertise, knowledge of ERP systems and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of Oracle Fusion implementation projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Work with finance and accounting teams to gather detailed business requirements.
• Assist with translating business requirements into functional specifications for Oracle Fusion applications and related reporting.
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure the system meets business requirements and record the appropriate accounting entries.
• Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and address any issues identified.
• Assist with training sessions for end-users and provide ongoing support.
• Act as a liaison for the Finance / Accounting teams and IT for troubleshooting and resolving system issues.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system functionality.
• Collaborate with Oracle support and third-party vendors as needed.
• Support post M&A integration activities, including consolidation of financial results, alignment of accounting policies, and integration of systems and controls.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• 8+ years of progressive corporate accounting and ERP implementation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• CPA designation or MBA preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and government contract accounting (FAR/CAS).
• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud (Oracle EPM, FCCS, ARCS).
• Strong understanding of core finance and accounting processes.
• Experience in SEC publicly traded company environment.
• Proven project management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Works well with little or no supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis.
• Strong ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc.  Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.

Environmental Conditions Critical to Performance:

• Work is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.

Special Requirements

• Must meet ITAR requirements: U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The salary range for this role is:

$97,680 - $138,600

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires ap