Sr Accountant

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.

Kongsberg Defense and Aerospace, Inc. in Johnstown, PA is seeking to fill the position of Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant will provide accounting and financial administrative support to our US entities in conjunction with Norway.

A successful person in this role will maintain accurate financial records, prepare financial reports, manage month-end and year-end close activities, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies. This role performs complex accounting functions, analyzes financial data, reconciles general ledger accounts, and supports the preparation of financial statements.

The Senior Accountant works independently on assigned accounting responsibilities, identifies and resolves discrepancies, supports audits, and contributes to the improvement of accounting processes and internal controls.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand each entity’s financial reporting requirements, as well as the basic business functions/activities of each.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, reclassifications, and adjusting entries.
• Execute assigned month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Ensure all relevant transactions are recorded accurately
• Ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies.
• Investigate variances and resolve outstanding accounting issues.
• Assist with the preparation and review of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and support the implementation of internal controls.
• Complete various schedules and reports on a timely basis to provide to management.
• Provide guidance to other members of the Finance Team to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
• Learn various software applications used by the company, and demonstrate an above-average aptitude to use them.
• Ability to quickly and easily adapt to change, time deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related field, required.

Certification

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), desired.

Skills and Experience

• 5-10 years of directly related experience (especially interested in prior experience in manufacturing and/or US government contracting); hands-on “debit/credit” journal entry experience is a must.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close procedures and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Corporate tax accounting experience is a plus
• Strong aptitude for use of various software tools – prior experience with Excel and PowerPoint
• Follow established confidentiality policy, safety standards, or applicable regulations.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment.

OTHER POSITION CONSIDERATIONS

Job Type: Full Time, Exempt

Location: This position will report to the Johnstown, PA facility. A hybrid schedule may be available on a case by case basis, to be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9/80. Position will periodically require extra hours to complete tasks within the allotted time frames. Interested applicants should be open/available to overtime, as needed.

Travel: This position may require occasional travel, < 10%, both domestic and international. Current passport, or ability to acquire a passport, required.

Learning Time: 12-24 months, provided the employee has the necessary experience.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Employer paid premiums, 100%
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time Off
• Flexible Schedule

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’