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AV · 2 hours ago

Senior Accountant

AeroVironment is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. They are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to manage the monthly close, support financial reporting, and enhance SOX-compliant controls across the organization.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
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Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, and support a timely, accurate month-end close
Review trial balances and intercompany activity, resolving discrepancies and ensuring proper classification
Deliver financial reporting schedules and analyses, including quarterly SEC reporting inputs
Execute SOX and internal control activities and support ongoing control enhancements
Partner with FP&A, Operations, and other teams to research issues, resolve variances, and support business needs
Support internal and external audits and maintain strong documentation
Contribute to ERP implementation and integration efforts, including testing, data validation, and process design
Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and workflow efficiencies
Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting for stakeholders and leadership
Participate in cross-functional projects and handle other requests as needed

Qualification

CPAU.S. GAAPERP systems (Oracle Fusion)Financial reportingSOX/internal controlsAnalytical skillsExcelProcess improvementsCommunication skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

CPA or progress toward CPA
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
6+ years of accounting experience with strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations
Experience with large ERP systems (Oracle Fusion) and core financial tools
Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
Proficiency in Excel and strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners
ITAR: U.S. Citizenship required and must have the ability to obtain a security clearance

Preferred

CPA or progress toward CPA
Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional)
SOX/internal controls experience; exposure to public-company or SEC reporting
Experience in government contracting industry accounting (i.e., knowledge of FAR, CAS, etc.)
Experience with ERP systems implementations or migrations
Takes initiative, owns deliverables end-to-end, and performs effectively under tight deadlines and shifting priorities
Operates independently, using sound judgment to define methods and solutions for new or complex assignments

Benefits

Health insurance
Life insurance
Disability
Company holiday and paid time off
Parental leave
401(k) company match and contributions
Professional development/training reimbursements
Other work/life programs
Medical, dental vision
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.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.68B
2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M

Leadership Team

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Wahid Nawabi
Chairman, President & CEO
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Johnathan Jones
Senior Vice President
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