Vice President, Controller

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Lead Mission Technologies’ financial accounting and reporting activities through a professional finance organization .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesLead💰 $206,716 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in financial accounting, reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX requirements, while providing strategic financial analysis and leadership within the finance organization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)U.S. GAAP ReportingSOX ComplianceFinancial AnalysisAudit Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial AccountingSEC ReportingVariance AnalysisInternal Control EnvironmentManagement Discussion and Analysis (MD&A)Government Accounting StandardsPCAOB StandardsCOSO FrameworkFinancial Close CyclesAd Hoc Financial Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProject Management SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCoaching SkillsAbility to Prioritize Responsibilities

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Industry Keywords

Aerospace and DefenseBig Four Public AccountingFortune 500 ExperienceAudit ServicesTransaction Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Mission Technologies’ financial accounting and reporting activities through a professional finance organization
Analyze financial results and apply accepted accounting principles and methods
Ensure HII and Mission Technologies finance policies and procedures are consistently implemented and followed
Maintain an effective internal control environment in compliance with the SOX Compliance Plan
Lead quarterly compliance activities and management’s annual control self-assessment program
Lead monthly and quarterly financial close cycles and ensure timely, accurate U.S. GAAP reporting
Perform month-end analysis, investigate variances, and provide financial insight to leadership
Provide financial interpretation, analysis, and support while monitoring compliance with government accounting standards, rules, and regulations
Review cash flows, financial position, operating results, and variance analyses
Prepare quarterly Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) presentations
Manage internal and external audits and execute remediation plans for audit findings
Foster an integrated finance culture focused on productivity, effectiveness, and efficiency
Provide accounting direction, financial expertise, and analytical support to functions across Mission Technologies
Provide ad hoc financial analyses for Mission Technologies and HII leadership
Participate in special projects at the discretion of the CFO and President
Lead, coach, develop, and support direct reports and the broader finance organization
Report directly to the Mission Technologies CFO

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
10+ years of progressive experience in audit, accounting, and SEC reporting
Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
Big Four public accounting experience
Government accounting experience
Audit or transaction services experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, PCAOB standards, and SEC financial rules and regulations
Strong knowledge of SOX requirements and the COSO framework
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent project management, interpersonal, and coaching skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and effectively prioritize diverse responsibilities
MBA or Master of Accountancy (bonus)
Aerospace and Defense industry or Fortune 500 experience (bonus)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Competitive benefits
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may occasionally be offered for qualified positions