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ST Engineering iDirect · 3 days ago

Accounting Manager

Herndon, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

7+ years exp

ST Engineering iDirect is a leader in satellite communications, dedicated to providing next generation solutions for broadband IP networking via satellite networks. The Accounting Manager will oversee financial reporting and accounting practices, manage a team of staff accountants, and ensure accurate and timely financial statements.

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Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure which requires a strong understanding of the existing policies and procedures, legal structure, the ERP system and related subledger functionality and procedures. Until that is achieved, the individual will not be successful in the management role

Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close at the legal entity and consolidated level under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This requires all balance sheet account reconciliations are completed during the month end close process

Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information including participation on the development of new reports and analyses as needed

Supports budget and forecasting activities

Collaborates with the other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives

Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy

Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine activities to be performed

Responds to inquiries from the Finance organization, Assistant Controller and other finance and firm wide managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like

Work with the Accounting leadership to ensure a clean and timely year end audit, internal audit review, statutory audits, etc

Assist with preparation of the corporate income tax returns, Sales/Use tax returns, GST, VAT and other local taxes as deemed appropriate

Supervise the general ledger group to ensure that all transactions (fixed assets, cash management, general ledger, etc.) are timely and properly recorded to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met

Assist in the maintenance, development and implementation of new and more efficient procedures and system features to enhance the workflow of the department while maintaining a high level of accuracy and integrity

Provide training to new and existing staff as needed

Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc

Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year which are aligned to the group and Company goals and objectives

Qualification

Accounting cycle processERP systemsUS GAAPIFRSMicrosoft OfficeConsolidation of booksSupervisory experienceProject accountingMulti-currency accountingOracle accounting systemCPAFast-paced environment

Required

BA/BS in accounting or equivalent experience

7+ years of experience working within the general ledger area and at least (5 years of prior supervisory experience). The experience must show growth within the accounting functional area through various roles

Experience working in a fast pace/high growth environment where they have shown an ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects in a given time

Strong understanding of the full accounting cycle process including purchasing, accounts payable, order management, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger

Proficient with all Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills

Experience with a large automated accounting /Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and procedures including a good understanding of US GAAP and/or IFRS is required

Consolidation of legal entities books is required

Preferred

Project accounting experience a plus

Multi-currency accounting a plus

Oracle accounting system experience a plus

Mix of public audit and corporate accounting experience a plus

CPA

Company

ST Engineering iDirect

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ST Engineering iDirect is a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their satcom networks.

Founded in 1994

Herndon, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees