Specialist, Accounting at General Dynamics Corporate Headquarters – Reston, Virginia

General Dynamics is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. With over 100,000 employees in 71 countries, we operate globally through four business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Marine Systems, and Technologies.

As a Corporate Headquarters employee, working in Reston, Virginia, you will gain a broad understanding of the General Dynamics’ portfolio; work with accomplished professionals; and grow your career while your leadership invests in your continued professional success.

General Dynamics is committed to helping our employees and their families lead healthy, productive lives. General Dynamics offers a wide array of plans in its flexible benefits program with options to help our employees succeed at work and at home.

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer that is committed to hiring a talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran.

The Corporate Accounting team is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the corporate headquarters’ financial records, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and supporting strategic decision-making through accurate and timely financial reporting.

This role is designed for a high-performing accounting professional with approximately 3 years of experience who is seeking to develop into a senior level contributor. The position is responsible for managing core accounting processes, and offers increasing responsibility over complex accounting areas, exposure to leadership, and opportunities to lead projects and drive process improvements.

The accountant will play a key role in the financial close process, manage complex general ledger activities, perform detailed account analysis, and ensure the accuracy of financial statements across multiple entities. In this role you will be responsible for the following:

• Own assigned areas of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting analyses.
• Perform balance sheet and income statement fluctuation and variance analysis, including clear explanations of key drivers.
• Develop a deep understanding of assigned accounts and business processes, including risks and key controls.
• Research, document, and apply U.S. GAAP guidance to routine and non-routine transactions.
• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, and business units to support accounting activities and resolve issues.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and internal management reporting packages.
• Prepare internal presentations on accounting and financial reporting matters for senior management.
• Support internal, external, and DCAA audit requests, including preparation of supporting documentation.
• Support internal control (SOX) compliance efforts, including documentation, testing support, and remediation activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead or participate in initiatives to enhance efficiency and streamline the financial close process.
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Respond to inquiries from internal stakeholders, business units, and external parties.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting deliverables, including review of transactional activity and identification of errors or control gaps.
• Support large and complex business processes with limited supervision.
• Research and resolve complex accounting issues and document conclusions.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects to analyze, review, and develop improvements as necessary.
• Act as a resource to other accounting team members and cross-functional partners.
• Develop subject matter expertise in assigned accounting areas over time.
• Other duties as assigned.

To qualify, you must possess the following minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public accounting experience.
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g. advanced Excel, Power BI, Alteryx).

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and levels of the organization.
• Must be willing to work onsite at Corporate Headquarters Monday through Friday and as needed in support of business requirements.