AV · 3 months ago
Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller
Simi Valley, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$149K/yr - $211K/yr
10+ years expAeroVironment Inc. is an industry-leading technology solutions provider specializing in autonomous systems and space technologies. They are seeking an accomplished Assistant Corporate Controller to manage accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support compliance requirements while working closely with executive management and auditors.
AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Corporate Accounting team, ensuring effective execution of responsibilities and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Oversee the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to GAAP, SOX and FAR/CAS government requirements. This includes reviewing and approving monthly journal entries and general ledger reconciliations
Support SEC reporting, including the preparation of financial information for forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy Statements
Support consolidation of domestic and international subsidiaries, including foreign currency considerations
Oversee accounting for inventory and fixed assets, cost accounting, equity-based compensation, overhead rates, and project accounting, with specific application to government contract requirements (CAS)
Support post M&A integration activities, including consolidation of financial results, alignment of accounting policies, and integration of systems and controls
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits
Maintain and strengthen internal controls and coordinate with IT to ensure effective operation of ERP and reporting systems
Support audits from government agencies and tax authorities, including DCAA, Department of State, IRS, and state-level agencies
Monitor developments in accounting and regulatory standards to ensure continued compliance
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive corporate accounting experience, or 7+ years with combination of corporate and public accounting experience (Big 4 preferred)
5+ years in accounting leadership roles, successfully leading teams in complex organizations
Experience in supporting SEC reporting required; proven track record supporting filings for a publicly traded company
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and government contract accounting (FAR/CAS)
Experience with consolidation of foreign entity with local functional currency
Experience supporting M&A transactions, including purchase accounting and post-close integrations
Knowledge of income tax accounting and equity-based compensation
Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud (Oracle EPM, FCCS, ARCS a plus)
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required
Effective leader and people manager with demonstrated ability to mentor and build teams
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging across all organizational levels and with external stakeholders
Self-directed with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently
Advanced Excel and strong ERP/financial systems proficiency
Excellent accounting research and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and ability to work independently
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)
Unquestionable integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Big 4 experience preferred
CPA designation or MBA strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown
Company
At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.68B2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M
Leadership Team
Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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