Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Summary
We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Senior Accountant who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited to help shape an organization aligning to public-company standards. In this role, you’ll own key areas of the monthly close, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and help strengthen SOX-compliant controls across the enterprise. You’ll work closely with partners across Finance, Operations, and other teams to resolve accounting issues, enhance processes, and support integration efforts as systems and policies evolve. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, driving continuous improvement, and contributing to the foundation of a scalable, well-controlled accounting function.
Position 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.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills)
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 Qualifications
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
Physical Demands
Ability to work in an office environment (as needed)
Required to, stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent)
Salary Range: $98,431 - $139,650
The AV pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors, including but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity, as well as alignment with market data.
Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees' total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.
Clearance Level
The salary range for this role is:
$98,432 - $139,650AeroVironment 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 approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizenship required