About this role
Job Description
The Accountant Sr position will be part of the General Accounting department mainly focused on Accounts Payable type tasks. This position will work with others outside of the General Accounting department in order to resolve day to day issues. The person will be responsible for month end close duties including account reconciliations. The position will include tasks that will require research and problem solving skills. The ideal candidate should be organized, detail oriented, and can work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Primary Responsibilities consist of:
- Monthly account reconciliations
- Supplier Financing including reviewing, approving, and tracking
- Researching and resolving aged items
- Sales and use tax monthly return filings and payments along with assistance on taxability questions and state tax audits
- Monthly journals as required
- Assistance with invoice and/or purchase order issues
- Support internal, external and government audits
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience
Required Skills and Education
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
- Self-motivated and process/results oriented
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written
- Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures
- Problem solving and in depth research and analytical skills; Must be detail oriented with meticulous record-keeping skills
- Advanced Excel skillsPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills - Oracle ERP
- KTA (Kofax)
- iValua
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75254 - $127930
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee
Benefits
At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.