Senior Accountant

AeroVironment

. Prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, and support timely, accurate month-end close .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeHerndon • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $93,000 - $141,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP, month-end close processes, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on SOX compliance and internal controls. Proficient in ERP systems, particularly Oracle Fusion, and skilled in process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CPA or Progress Toward CPA4+ Years of Accounting ExperienceU.S. GAAP KnowledgeExperience with Oracle FusionSOX/Internal Controls Experience

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Hard Skills

Month-End CloseJournal EntriesReconciliationsFinancial ReportingAnalytical SkillsExcel ProficiencyERP ImplementationProcess ImprovementsAutomation OpportunitiesAd Hoc Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAbility to Manage Competing PrioritiesCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Oracle FusionOracle FCCSAI Tools/Resources

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA or Progress Toward CPA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingBig 4 ExperienceSEC ReportingGovernment Contracting AccountingFARCAS

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, and support timely, accurate month-end close
Review trial balances and intercompany activity for proper classification
Deliver financial reporting schedules and analyses, including quarterly SEC reporting inputs
Execute SOX and internal control activities and support control enhancements
Partner with FP&A, Operations, and other teams to research accounting issues and enhance processes
Support internal and external audits and maintain documentation
Contribute to ERP implementation and integration efforts through testing, data validation, and process design
Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and workflow efficiencies
Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting for stakeholders and leadership
Participate in cross-functional projects and handle other requests as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

CPA or progress toward CPA
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
4+ years of accounting experience with strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations
Experience with large ERP systems, including Oracle Fusion, and core financial tools
Strong analytical skills and ability to manage competing priorities
Proficiency in Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners
U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain a security clearance due to ITAR requirements
Public accounting experience, preferably Big 4 or regional
SOX/internal controls experience and exposure to public-company or SEC reporting
Experience in government contracting industry accounting, including FAR and CAS
Experience with ERP implementations or migrations, including Oracle FCCS/Fusion
Experience with AI tools/resources
Ability to work in an office environment as needed
Ability to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate computer and telephone keyboard

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unlimited PTO
Remote work (some on-site presence may be required)
Alternate work schedule (9/80 schedule)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
401K Employer Match
Employer contributions to FSA and HSA
Employee Assistance Programs (Legal, Tuition/Education, etc.)
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid holiday shutdown
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