Woodward, Inc

Government Accounting Technical Manager

Woodward, Inc$105K — $168K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (strongly preferred)
  • 5-7 years of experience in government accounting
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
  • Proficiency in financial software and analytical tools, including Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to lead and mentor accounting staff
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems for government contracts
  • Provide technical accounting guidance to ensure compliance with government standards
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial reports related to government contracts
  • Lead and coordinate audits and compliance activities for government contracts
  • Manage projects related to government accounting and financial reporting

Benefits

  • Annual cash bonus opportunity for all members
  • 401(k) match of 4.5%
  • Annual stock contribution of 5%
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption assistance and employee assistance program
  • Life insurance and long-term disability benefits available
  • Referral bonuses and various voluntary benefits including home/auto insurance discounts
Full Job Description
Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $105,000 (minimum) - $136,000 (midpoint) - $168,000 (maximum)

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:
  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Voluntary benefits, including:
    • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
    • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave


Key Responsibilities:
  • Financial System Management: Overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems and processes related to government contracts and grants.
  • Technical Accounting: Providing technical accounting guidance and support to ensure compliance with government accounting standards and regulations.
  • Financial Reporting: Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial reports related to government contracts and grants.
  • Audit Support: Leading and coordinating audits and other compliance activities related to government contracts and grants, including providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Project Management: Managing projects related to government accounting and financial reporting, including developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.

Key Skills:
  • Government Accounting: Expertise in government accounting principles, practices, and regulations, including knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
  • Financial System Management: Ability to oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems and processes related to government contracts and grants.
  • Technical Accounting: Ability to provide technical accounting guidance and support to ensure compliance with government accounting standards and regulations.
  • Financial Reporting: Knowledge of financial reporting requirements related to government contracts and grants, including the ability to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
  • Audit Support: Ability to lead and coordinate audits and other compliance activities related to government contracts and grants, including providing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Project Management: Ability to manage projects related to government accounting and financial reporting, including developing project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial software, Excel, and other analytical tools, as well as knowledge of government accounting systems and databases. Knowledge of GAAP accounting requirements.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy, including the ability to identify errors and discrepancies in financial data.
  • Leadership: Ability to lead and mentor accounting staff, as well as work collaboratively with other members of the accounting team and cross-functional departments within the organization.

Other Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (strongly preferred) or Finance


This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

About Woodward, Inc

Woodward, Inc. is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. The company's innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable, and more efficient equipment. Woodward is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, and serves customers worldwide.
Learn more about Woodward, Inc
Size
7,200 employees
Market Cap
$5.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$228.5 million
Founded
1870
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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