Accounting Manager

REPORTS TO: Austal USA Assistant Controller

SUPERVISES: N/A

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs accounting responsibilities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Oversee and manage the general accounting functions of the general ledger

Responsible for preparation and compilation of monthly and year-end financial reporting support schedules

Prepares monthly and annual financial statements

Develops and monitors overhead rates to include, actual rates, bid rates and billing rates

Coordinates and liaisons with external and internal auditors/reviewers to ensure compliance with proper reporting requirements and deadlines

Supports audits by Defense Contracting Audit Agency (DCAA) which includes data compilation, analysis of financial trends, and reconciliation of data to supporting documentation

Oversee and manage the preparation of annual budgeting and forecasting

Ensure all lease/rental agreements are in compliance with IFRS guidelines

Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by Senior Management related to any Austal entity

Maintains written policy and procedures for area of responsibility

Maintains compliance with Company policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

BS/BA Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with a minimum of 10 years of experience covering manufacturing, government contracting and/or construction

Advance degree, such as a MSA, MBA, CPA, a plus

Advanced knowledge of computer and technical aptitude to utilize MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Working knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and CAS

Experience with government and accounting standard compliance, preferred

Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams/organizations with attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail, organization skills a must.

Flexible and has the capability to deliver results in a fast paced, and high volume environment

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Detail oriented with a high degree of personal accountability

Working knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning system a plus

Ability to go in the shipyard, including off-site warehouse(s) and Austal’s West Campus, and conduct interviews. This includes physically climbing stairs and moving safely through constructions areas on and off vessels.

Ability to travel as needed

TOOLS: N/A

DIRECTION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.

DISCRETION EXERCISED: Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals and a variety of complicated tasks.

LIAISES WITH: Personnel from all departments to include management, external auditors, DCAA auditors.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

All candidates must meet Austal USA’s basic employment eligibility guidelines:

18 years or older at time of application

Able to provide proof of US Person status

No felony convictions of theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

Willing to submit to a drug screen

Willing to submit to a background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, +90dB.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: .

Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

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