Senior Manager of Accounting (ATSO)

Astronics Subsidiary

Astronics Test Systems

Location

Orlando, Florida

Description

General Summary :

Astronics Test Systems is looking for a highly motivated candidate for a Senior Accounting Manager role. The position will report to the Sr.

Director - Accounting & Finance, with dotted-line reporting to the Corporate Controller, and will be an integral member of the team focused on the accuracy and integrity of the Company's financial accounting under U.

S. GAAP and complete, accurate and timely reporting to Corporate. This person will also be responsible for assisting the VP with developing consistent processes across all sites, domestic and international.

The Accounting & Finance team works closely with the Company's and the Corporate office's senior management and must have very strong communication and presentation skills.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable researching technical accounting issues and providing views on a broad range of accounting issues.

The ideal candidate will also be comfortable evaluating business processes with a focus on internal controls execution and documentation under Sarbanes-Oxley section 404.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

• Monthly and Quarterly Requirements
• Review site financial submissions and consolidate monthly financial statements of other sister sites / companies.
• Prepare / review account reconciliations, ensuring compliance of accounting with U.S. GAAP and ensuring proper evidence of preparation and review under the requirements of SOX 404.
• Prepare Quarterly P&L, Balance Sheet and Actual / Budget fluctuation analyses.
• Prepare Quarterly disclosure support schedules to Corporate.
• Complete quarterly reporting questionnaire for submission to Corporate.
• Prepare weekly cash forecasts.
• Work with the Finance Manager to provide timely and accurate program financials.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors for interim and annual procedures, including facilitating deliverables with other accounting team members to ensure timely completion of the audit processes.
• Assist with providing on-going technical accounting training to the Finance organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Accounting Research

• Evaluate the impact of new accounting standards on a changing business environment and develop a plan for execution with the assistance of Corporate finance team.
• Support senior management with analysis, review, reporting and other technical accounting related needs.
• Update and / or implement accounting policies and procedures to respond to changes within the Company.

Job Specifications : Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• Certified Public Accountant
• 5+ years of public accounting experience. Big 4 experience preferred. Additional accounting experience in industry is a plus.
• SOX 404 experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Ability to work with Corporate team in the implementation of new accounting guidance.
• Working knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition accounting, especially revenue-over-time (percentage of completion) accounting.
• Ability to set and keep deadlines at a fast pace without losing accuracy.
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills with experience at managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Must be self-motivated and able to function independently, driven towards superior effort and performance along with the desire to work in a very dynamic environment.
• Experience in a business partnering role, including understanding functional area roles, responsibilities, and the interdependencies with accounting.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, including written and verbal communication, especially in developing positions and presenting to management, auditors, and non-accounting stakeholders.

Preferred skills :

• Experience with systems implementations.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and general knowledge of cost accounting
• Strong project-managements skills.
• Confident self-starter who is flexible and embraces change.
• Strong at execution, follow-up and attention to detail.
• A team player, adept at building relationships across the organization.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Notice of Affirmative Action Plan for Individuals with Disabilities and for Veterans of the Vietnam Era

It is policy of this Company to seek and employ qualified personnel at all locations and facilities, and to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees in recruiting, hiring, placement, training, compensation, insurance, benefits, promotion, transfer, and termination.

To achieve this, we are dedicated to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and veterans of the Vietnam Era.

The objective in adopting the Affirmative Action Program is to place qualified individuals with disabilities and Vietnam Era veterans in all job classifications.

This Affirmative Action Program is available for inspection by any applicant or employee by contacting the Company's EEO Coordinator, in the Human Resources office, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.

This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation.

We promote a drug free environment and conduct pre-employment testing.

EEO Employer / Vet / Disabled.

Position Requirements

Full-Time / Part-Time

Full-Time

About the Organization

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq : ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions.

Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges.

For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands.

Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.

EOE Statement

Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

This position is currently accepting applications.