Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Accountant Lead

Curtiss-Wright Corporation$126K — $135K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior-level role
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
  • Proficient with ERP systems (Syteline experience is a plus)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with corporate accounting environments and Lease Accounting (ASC 842)

Responsibilities

  • Review A/P Payments for alignment with the Corporate IT AP Matrix
  • Record, reconcile, manage, and forecast Prepaid activity for three companies
  • Manage all copier lease agreements and coordinate with external vendors
  • Reconcile, analyze, and forecast lease accounting activities, ensuring ASC 842 compliance
  • Prepare and submit tax-related packages including Property Tax and Year-End Tax Packages
  • Conduct and document Sarbanes-Oxley self-assessment testing
  • Participate in the annual budget process and support month-end close activities

Benefits

  • Country-specific benefits that may vary by location
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Pension plan and retirement benefits
  • Flexible work arrangements available
Full Job Description
Accountant Lead

As an Accountant Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of financial information by maintaining the general ledger, reconciling accounts, managing accruals, supporting tax compliance, and ensuring timely reporting.

Location: Parsippany, NJ

Salary: $126,300 - $135,000

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in New Jersey. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge:
  • Review A/P Payments for alignment with the Corporate IT AP Matrix.
  • Review and maintain the Computer Lease Schedules for company-wide copiers.
  • Record, reconcile, manage, and forecast Prepaid activity for three separate companies, including Prepaid Software.
  • Manage all copier lease agreements across the organization, including coordination with external vendors for new leases, renewals, equipment installations, and pickups; and oversee resolution of billing issues.
  • Reconcile, analyze, and forecast lease accounting activities, ensuring compliance with ASC 842 and corporate policies.
  • Actual vs Budget Analysis, including forecasting.
  • Assist with the semi-annual true up process.
  • Prepare and submit all tax-related packages, including:
  • Personal Property Tax by location
  • FIN 48 Survey - Nexus Questionnaire
  • Year-End and Annual Tax Packages
  • Conduct and document Sarbanes-Oxley self-assessment testing for key financial reporting controls, including walkthroughs, control design evaluations, and operating effectiveness testing; semi-annual.
  • Participate in the annual budget process
    • Support YE processes, including:
      • Support internal reporting requirements, including Flux Analysis
      • Assist with audit requirements and schedules
      • Actively participate in the annual budget process, monthly forecast submissions, annual true-up efforts, SOX Compliance, and DCAA submissions.


Your Expertise:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior-level role.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
  • Proficient with ERP systems (Syteline experience is a plus).
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Familiarity with shared services or corporate accounting environments.
  • Experience with Lease Accounting (ASC 842).
  • Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) experience preferred.


*Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

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About Curtiss-Wright Corporation

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified, multinational provider of highly engineered, technologically advanced products and services. The company operates through three segments: Commercial/Industrial, Defense, and Power. The Commercial/Industrial segment provides products and services primarily to the commercial aerospace, general industrial, and naval defense markets. The Defense segment provides products and services to the defense markets of the United States, Canada, and other countries. The Power segment provides products and services to the power generation markets, including conventional and renewable energy sources. Curtiss-Wright Corporation was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Davidson, North Carolina.
Learn more about Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Size
7,800 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$201.3 million
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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