Amentum

Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting Manager

Amentum$140K — $155K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of accounting experience or 6 years in public accounting with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • US Citizenship is necessary.
  • CPA certification preferred.
  • Experience with public companies in corporate accounting is highly preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in finance and accounting relational databases.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and interpret accounting policies and schedules per US GAAP.
  • Ensure clear documentation of accounting conclusions and policies.
  • Develop knowledge to become subject matter expert in areas such as pensions and goodwill assessments.
  • Perform monthly/quarterly/annual close activities and account reconciliations.
  • Organize and prioritize multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
  • Conduct process overviews and recommend improvements for accounting operations.
  • Lead projects and supervise team members to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
The Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for supporting the public filings of Form 10-Q and Form 10-K, including the accounting for stock compensation, pensions, derivatives, etc., purchase accounting, annual goodwill and intangible impairment assessments, cash flow, footnotes and multiple ad hoc requests as needed to complete the public filings.Additionally, will be called upon to lead projects as needed, supervise the work of other team members, as well as coordinate projects between groups in an effort to improve accuracy or process efficiencies. This position is US Remote telework and the candidate must be within limited driving distance our Reston, VA or Fort Worth, TX Offices. Key Responsibilities: • Administer and interpret accounting policies, various accounting analysis, schedules, exhibits, and summaries in accordance with US GAAP in a cross-functional capacity. • Ensure clear and concise written documentation of accounting conclusions (both memos and journal entries), accounting policies and performance within its control atmosphere. • Apply knowledge of accounting principles and develop appropriate relationships to become subject matter expert in specific areas. Areas include pensions, derivatives, stock compensation, purchase and divestiture accounting, goodwill and intangible impairment assessments, cash flow, foreign currency, and multiple ad hoc requests to satisfy requests related to our public filings. • Perform monthly/quarterly/annual close activities including compiling and analyzing financial information, performing calculations, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, and resolving issues as needed, and performing tie out of information related to our public filings. • Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments, work with little supervision, and work well under pressure. • Conduct process overviews and submit recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation, including training plans, implementation and strategies. • Performs other duties as assigned. Key Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to perform data extraction and manipulation, analyze financial data, and generate reports. • Ability to analyze and explain forecast vs actual, quarter-over-quarter, and year-over-year variances. • Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP). • Ability to work with numbers and complete assignments with attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy. • Strong analytical and organizational skills to oversee and balance multiple work assignments. • Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and act as a key liaison with external auditors. • Demonstrate proficiency in finance and accounting relational databases (Costpoint, Cognos, HFM, Blackline) and Microsoft applications. • Data-driven and continuous learning mindset - Candidates should demonstrate curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to learn new technologies quickly, including leveraging AI to automate repetitive tasks, synthesize information, improve communication, and accelerate problem solving while maintaining human judgment and accountability. • Ability to evaluate and apply emerging technologies - Candidates should be comfortable assessing new AI-enabled tools and processes, identifying practical use cases, validating outputs, understanding limitations/risk, and incorporating AI responsibly into day-to-day work. • Demonstrated AI fluency and workflow integration - Candidates should have experience using AI tools to enhance workflows, productivity, decision-making, customer experiences, business outcomes, or operational efficiency. Minimum Qualifications: • Typically, eight (8) years of accounting experience or six (6) years of public accounting experience with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. • US Citizenship is required. DesiredQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • CPA preferred. • Experience auditing a public client or working for a public company within corporate accounting highly preferred. Compensation Details: 140-155K depending on experience The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Paid time off and holidays • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) • Educational reimbursement • Parental leave • Employee stock purchase plan • Tax-saving options • Disability and life insurance • Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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