General Dynamics

Specialist, Financial Reporting

General Dynamics$85K — $102K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Accounting or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • CPA certification required.
  • 3+ years in 'Big 4' public accounting or relevant industry experience.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.
  • Experience with OneStream and Workiva tools preferred.
  • Familiarity with the Aerospace & Defense industry is a plus.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare internal management financial reports and analyses.
  • Lead processes for quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, etc.).
  • Prepare and submit financial statements for employee benefit plans.
  • Execute corporate accounting processes including journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Coordinate with independent auditors for financial audits.
  • Research and implement new accounting standards and SEC regulations.
  • Consult with financial management on technical accounting matters.
  • Support tech-based continuous improvement projects.

Benefits

  • Flexible benefits program supporting work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • Health and wellness resources for employees and families.
Full Job Description
Overview

As a Corporate Headquarters employee, working in Reston, Virginia, you will gain a broad understanding of the General Dynamics’ portfolio; work with accomplished professionals; and grow your career while your leadership invests in your continued professional success.

 

General Dynamics is committed to helping our employees and their families lead healthy, productive lives. General Dynamics offers a wide array of plans in its flexible benefits program with options to help our employees succeed at work and at home.

 

Responsibilities

As a member of the General Dynamics Financial Reporting Team, you will be responsible for preparing filings for the Securities and Exchange Commission (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K. 11-K), supporting other regulatory filings including the preparation and submission of benefit plan financial statements, and performing accounting processes. You will interact with senior leadership and financial leaders across the globe in support of our reporting requirements and in contributing to General Dynamics’ continued success.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare internal management financial reporting and analyses based on the consolidated financial statements and supplemental information.
  • Lead processes in support of quarterly and annual Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings (Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8- K, 11-K), securities registration statements (Forms S-3, S-4) and other regulatory filings.
  • Lead processes involving the preparation and submission of benefits plan financial statements across our portfolio of defined contribution, defined benefit, and other post-retirement benefit plans.
  • Plan and execute Corporate accounting processes, including but not limited to preparing and reviewing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and drafting accounting memos.
  • Coordinate with independent auditors to assist in audit Liaise with third party service providers.
  • Research technical accounting matters and implement newly issued accounting literature and SEC rule- making releases across business units.
  • Consult with business unit financial management on technical accounting
  • Support continuous improvement projects including technology-based initiatives.
  • Other duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications

Education & Training Requirements:

  • BA/BS degree in Accounting or related discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • CPA

Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in “Big 4” public accounting or comparable relevant industry experience.

Other Requirements:

  • Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations.
  • Ability to work with minimal direction, set priorities and handle multiple tasks and demonstrate good planning and organization skills. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to completeness and accuracy.
  • Sound verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with people at all levels including being an effective team member.
  • Experience with OneStream consolidation software and Workiva SEC reporting tool desirable. Interest or experience with advanced technologies (generative AI, robotic process automation) is preferable.
  • Familiarity with Aerospace & Defense industry and related accounting matters is preferable.
  • Must be willing to work in the CHQ office Monday through Friday during regular business hours and in emergency situations as needed.

Salary Note:

Base salary range: $85,000 to $102,000 per year (good‑faith estimate for this role at the time of posting). Final offer within this range will depend on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, and market conditions.

Accessibility and Accommodations

For Individuals with Disabilities, Medical Conditions, or Physical or Mental Impairments: General Dynamics CHQ is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals. General Dynamics CHQ provides reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance during any part of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.If you need assistance applying for this position, please send an email to [email protected]. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Important Links:

About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is involved in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat vehicles and systems, armaments, and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and mission-critical information systems and technologies. General Dynamics has four main business segments. Aerospace designs, develops, manufacturers and services a comprehensive offering of advanced business-jet aircraft. Combat Systems specializes in producing, supporting and sustaining land and expeditionary combat systems for the U.S. military and its allies. Marine Systems designs, builds and supports submarines and a variety of surface ships for the U.S. Navy and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Technology group offers a breadth and depth of technology and service capabilities that support a wide range of government and commercial needs, including systems integration expertise; hardware and software products; and engineering, management and support services.

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Size
103,100 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1952
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$37.9 billion
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