Senior Fixed Asset Accountant - Accountant Sr (Remote Work Considered)

Job Description

The Fixed Asset Senior Accountant position will be part of a dynamic Asset Management Team that also works closely with general accounting, financial planning & analysis, facilities, operations, and engineering across multiple sites. Candidate must be able to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.

Because of the nature of this role, it may be performed in a full-time remote capacity. Therefore, full-time remote work may be considered for the right individual. If full-time remote, the team's preference is that this individual would reside within a reasonable driving distance from Endicott, NY, as this person will be required to attend regular meetings at our facility there. Our on-site meeting cadence is approximately once per month, and this individual must be willing to travel to Endicott on at least that schedule.

• Ensures the accuracy of the fixed asset register by reviewing capital expenditure requests, appropriately capitalizing completed fixed assets and monitoring, performing annual fixed asset inventories, and cycle count procedures at various sites

• Participates in forecasting and monitoring capital expenditures and depreciation expense for the US Controls segment

• Works with functional representatives to review Requests for Capital Expenditure (RCEs) for completeness and accuracy before submitting to management

• Ensures fixed assets are capitalized appropriately and in a timely manner

• Ensures completion of journal entries in line with requirements

• Ensures timely processing of fixed asset request forms and asset dispositions

• Participates in fixed asset cycle counts and annual inventories across multiple sites and regularly communicates results to leadership

• Ensures all control requirements are met timely and accurately, both internal and external audits are fully supported, and requirements are met

• Works functionally to forecast and track capital expenditure and depreciation expense, including regular communication to senior leadership

• Performs variance analysis on both capital expenditure and depreciation to understand and communicate significant drivers

• Responsible for month-end closing duties, inclusive of account reconciliations and COSA requirements

• Ensures all COSA documents are gathered, reviewed and submitted timely to support compliance activities.

• Completes walk through on process documents to make sure they align with current company policy requirements and complete annual FAP Compliance reviews to ensure team is exposed to requirements.

• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedure regarding fixed assets

• Participates in or contributes to process and quality improvement teams and/or initiatives. Identifies and recommends improvements to processes and practices. Supports and implements performance driven changes.

• Ensures accurate maintenance of master lease tables and Lease Accelerator inputs/output

• Completes monthly lease review and proactively support renewals

• Organizes and leads monthly business and functional spending reviews for capital spend

• Presents monthly results at MFR and Round Table reviews

• Ensures accurate forecasting of QBR and variance analysis vs. prior forecast and actuals (capital spend timing, depreciation, lease accounting)

• Ensures that Risks and Opportunities to half and full year are identified and communicated

• Proactively work with teams to minimize unexpected carryover and/or process delays (AP/Procurement/Requestor)

• Supports business and team on successful delivery of CARB forecast and provides accurate and timely updates during monthly reviews and QBRs

• Leads CARB Creation of consolidating inputs and organizing results with site leadership, supports local leadership and delivers timely inputs to division, to include 1-N lists for Yearly Budget in addition to carryover.

• Reviews current processes for any opportunity of automation either via process change or system implementation. Improvements should follow a standard DMAIC format to demonstrate expected efficiency gains.

• Oversee the FAP Compliance of the business to include providing accounting guidance, FAP reviews and documentation of necessary waivers.

• Ensure detailed Procedure documentation exists and is in proper format and location with annual certification.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting; other Bachelor's degree disciplines will be considered if the individual also possesses an MBA or related Master's degree in a finance, accounting or related business discipline.

• This role will require strong communication and problem-solving skills

• The individual must be team oriented and able to work independently with limited supervision

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint & Word)

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Sound interpersonal skills (organization, time management, etc...)

• Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of an organization

• Make decisions using sound judgment while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with Hyperion and Oracle

• Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience

• Master’s degree

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

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 Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.