Accountant (Remote) (Accountant 2) 28535
Mission Technologies, a division of HII · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $80,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Prepare financial statements for multiple entities.
- Conduct consolidated fluctuation analyses.
- Reconcile balance sheets and intercompany accounts.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Enhance accounting processes through automation.
About the role
Accountant
HII is seeking a motivated, detail‑focused Accountant to join our Financial Reporting, Revenue Recognition, and SOX team. This role is ideal for someone eager to grow their technical accounting skills while contributing to a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in GAAP accounting, financial statement preparation, and multi‑entity reporting, along with a strong interest in process improvement and automation.
What You Will Do
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple entities in accordance with GAAP.
- Complete consolidated fluctuation analyses and support monthly close activities.
- Perform monthly balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations across multiple entities.
- Prepare schedules, analyses, and support documentation for internal and external audits.
- Support the accurate, timely, and complete submission of the division’s financial statements and schedules in support of SEC 10Q/10K filings.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and enhance reporting accuracy.
- Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Build and maintain efficiency tools using Excel, Power Query, or other automation features to streamline recurring processes.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and SOX‑related activities.
What We're Looking For
- 3 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in related field; or 1 year of relevant experience with a Master’s in a related field.
- Working knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
- Experience working with a mid‑ to large‑scale ERP and consolidation systems.
- Hands‑on experience with multi‑entity data reconciliation.
- Experience with multi‑entity accounting or consolidations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi‑task while working independently and within a group environment.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Proficiency in Excel and comfort with automation or analytical tasks.
- Capable of working in a demanding, deadline‑driven environment with a focus on accuracy and quality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Public Accountant.
- Experience assisting with SEC 10Q/10K filings, disclosures, and other reporting requirements.
This role is an ideal fit for someone experienced in financial reporting, with solid GAAP knowledge, an interest in enhancing reporting and automation, and an eagerness to support process improvements and SOX activities.
Key skills/competency
- GAAP Accounting
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Multi-Entity Reporting
- SOX Compliance
- Process Improvement
- Automation
- ERP Systems
- Financial Analysis
- Audit Support
- Excel Proficiency
Skills & topics
- Accountant
- GAAP
- Financial Reporting
- SOX
- Multi-Entity Accounting
- ERP
- Financial Statements
- Reconciliation
- Audit Support
- Automation
- Excel
- Remote
- Accounting
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight GAAP knowledge, multi-entity reporting, and automation skills.
- Showcase your experience: Detail your work with ERP systems and financial statement preparation.
- Emphasize collaboration: Mention your ability to work independently and in a team.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your Excel and automation capabilities.
- Research HII: Understand their mission and values to align your application.
Technical preparation
Master GAAP and financial reporting standards.,Practice multi-entity reconciliations and consolidations.,Develop Excel and Power Query automation skills.,Familiarize with ERP and consolidation systems.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you improved an accounting process.,How do you ensure accuracy under tight deadlines?,How do you handle multiple competing priorities?,Discuss your experience collaborating with a team.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of an Accountant at Mission Technologies?
- As an Accountant at Mission Technologies, you'll be responsible for preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for multiple entities under GAAP, conducting fluctuation analyses, performing reconciliations, supporting audits, and identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation.
- What experience is required for the Accountant role at Mission Technologies?
- The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 1 year of relevant experience. Key qualifications include working knowledge of GAAP, financial statement preparation, experience with ERP and consolidation systems, and multi-entity accounting.
- Is this Accountant position remote?
- Yes, the Accountant position at Mission Technologies is a remote role, offering flexibility in terms of work location.
- What are the preferred qualifications for this Accountant job?
- Preferred qualifications include being a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and having experience assisting with SEC 10Q/10K filings, disclosures, and other reporting requirements.
- What is the anticipated salary range for the Accountant role at Mission Technologies?
- The anticipated salary range for this Accountant position is $56,001.00 - $80,000.00 annually. The final offer will depend on various factors including education, experience, and skills.
- What kind of accounting systems does Mission Technologies use?
- Mission Technologies utilizes mid- to large-scale ERP and consolidation systems. Proficiency with these types of systems and hands-on experience with multi-entity data reconciliation are important for this role.
- How can I highlight my skills for the Accountant role at Mission Technologies?
- To best highlight your skills, tailor your resume to emphasize your GAAP knowledge, experience with financial statement preparation, multi-entity accounting, and any automation or process improvement initiatives you've led or participated in.