Accounting Manager bei Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc.

KDA, Inc, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, has been operating in the United States for more than 20 years. We produce world-leading Remote Weapon Systems (RWS) for the US Army, Marine Corps, and allies at our Johnstown, Pennsylvania factory. We have delivered more than 20,000 PROTECTOR RWS to 28 countries. The National Advanced Surface-to-Air System (NASAMS) is a highly mobile and tailorable capability that protects the airspace of 13 countries and Washington, DC. In 2027, we will do final assembly, test, and sustainment of the Naval Strike Missile and Joint Strike Missile systems at a new factory in southern Virginia.

Join us, and you’ll be part of a high performing team that develops advanced technology solutions to protect people and critical infrastructure in countries around the world. Explore your potential and discover what your future could be with Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc.

Are you a detail-driven financial professional with a passion for precision and compliance? We’re seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Johnstown, PA. The Accounting Manager will lead our accounting operations and ensure the integrity of our financial reporting. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee day-to-day accounting activities, implement robust financial controls, and ensure full adherence to internal policies and external regulations.

You’ll play a key role in driving efficiency, accuracy, and transparency across our financial processes, helping us make smarter decisions and maintain our reputation for excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for turning numbers into insights, we’d love to meet you.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manage Accountants and Accounting Clerk.
• Oversee daily accounting operations.
• Oversee month-end closing activities including coordination and review of other Finance team members’ work ensuring financial reporting is as accurate as possible.
• Ensure compliance with government accounting principles, regulations, FAR, CAS, and DCAA guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies .
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal control systems to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting and compliance.
• Assist Director of Finance with budget preparation/continual monitoring.
• Assist Director of Finance with forecast preparation/continual monitoring.
• Assist Director of Finance with preparation of tax and insurance documentation.
• Analyzing various accounts for accuracy and making journal entries to correct as necessary (adherence to GAAP).
• Oversee accounting of fixed assets including coordinating RFA issuance and approval process; and completing accounting for fixed assets and the associated depreciation expense within ERP-LN.

NUMBER AND TITLES OF DIRECT REPORTS:

Accounts Payable Clerk, Senior Accountant, and Staff Accountant.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

NUMBER OF YEARS AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• At least eight (8) years of experience in financial support to firms in the Defense / Security Industrial base.
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience in financial management.
• Demonstrated expertise in interpretation and application of relevant GAAP principals and reporting standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; superior interpersonal abilities; must have the ability to get along with diverse personalities, be tactful, mature, and flexible; ability to manage a diverse group of people.

MINIMUM LEARNING TIME FOR THIS POSITION PROVIDED EMPLOYEE HAS NECESSARY EXPERIENCE:

• 3 months

OTHER POSITION CONSIDERATIONS:  

• Required to work a flexible schedule that provides needed coverage for time-sensitive projects. Mission accomplishment takes precedence.
• Follow established confidentiality policy, safety standards and applicable regulations.
• Knowledge of financial software, internet/e-mail, presentation software, spreadsheet software, word processing software.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and government accounting regulations including FAR and CAS is a must.
• Knowledge of Infor Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) LN.
• Knowledge of working within a SSA is a plus.
• Possess effective listening skills to ensure understanding of instructions and directions and effectively communicate progress and problems to co-workers and management.
• Ability to work effectively in a team oriented, high demand and fast paced environment.
• Travel, both domestic and international, is required; must possess valid Drivers’ license.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENT: “To comply with U.S. national security requirements mandated under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. will consider only applicants who are U.S. Persons for this position.” OR “Applicant must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) governing export control.” “A U.S. Person is a United States Citizen or National, Lawful Permanent Resident, Lawful Temporary Resident, Refugee or Asylee.”

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is part of Kongsberg Gruppen (KONGSBERG), an international knowledge-based group that supplies high technology systems and solutions to its customers engaged in oil and gas production, the merchant marine, and the defense and aerospace industries. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. performs final assembly and testing of Remote Weapon Stations. The company also performs repair and overhaul (R&O) of Remote Weapon Stations that come back from field operations. In addition to competitive wages, we provide an excellent package of benefits, which presently includes company-paid health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with competitive match, a 9/80 work schedule, life insurance, employee stock purchase option, sick time and paid time off (PTO).

Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Sick time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Monday to Friday

9/80

Anticipated training period: 

3 months (+)

Ability to commute/relocate: Johnstown, PA 15904: 

Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Work Location: 

In person