**Job Description** We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced candidate to join the Accounting team at BAE Systems, Inc. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the General Ledger and Financial Reporting, as well as coordinating Accounting Systems upgrades. Additionally, the Accounting Manager will interact with the Resource Center teams for Accounts Payable (AP), Payroll, and Travel, and collaborate with Internal and External auditors on various projects. The ideal candidate should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent analytical skills, and be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Deltek System (CostPoint) is required, and Government Contractor experience is preferred. This position will report to the Director of Accounting/Senior Accounting Manager **Roles and Responsibilities:** + Manage General Ledger responsibilities, which include completing period and subperiod closes in the ERP, preparing and reviewing journal entries, and prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with accounting best practices and BAE policies. + Manage the creation and submission of monthly financial statements and associated reporting through the Corporate HFM system, including primary responsibility for reporting multiple units in HFM and assistance with related financial analyses. + Manage and coordinate Accounting System upgrades and maintenance. + Prime Support for internal and external audit requests and support the Financial Control Framework requirement for USHQ and Shared Services. + Lead USHQ activities associated with the Shared Services organization (Payroll, Travel and Accounts Payable). + Drive continuous improvement and best practices throughout the organization. + Execute special projects as assigned and provide technical accounting guidance. + Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations as well as company policies and directives. **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** **Bachelor s degree in Accounting and 8 years of work experience or equivalent experience** + Previous experience with CostPoint is required + Strong Microsoft Excel skills + Experience leading or managing a finance team + Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment + Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing + Good planning, time management and organizational skills + Sound interpersonal skills when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with personnel and customers **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Masters degree in Accounting + Previous experience in a Government Contractor setting **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 - $197912 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. **Accounting Manager [HYBRID]** **119192BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression