Labor Accounting Lead Analyst

Job Description

Job Description:

This is a lead analyst position responsible for a wide array of daily Labor Accounting tasks and executing monthly financial close activities in a timely manner. The position also functions as an important point of contact with Human Resources and Payroll Processing divisions at GDLS, p roviding precise and timely guidance to help address timekeeping, HR, and payroll matters.

Other responsibilities in addition to daily tasks include process improvement identification . Successful candidates must have a good level of understanding of the principles of accounting and internal controls and will perform the following tasks:

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute systematic processes for labor collection, rate development and labor distribution
• Perform analytical procedures to reconcile and validate accuracy of labor cost distribution
• Prepare batch processing reconciliations to ensure accuracy of large volume batch processes
• Run weekly reports to monitor unapproved timesheets (Sox controls)
• Monitor weekly timesheet corrections
• Prepare and process monthly labor journals and provide applicable G/L accounts reconciliations
• Preform monthly analysis of labor charges in suspense and identify actions to resolve
• Act as main point of contact for user inquiries on timekeeping and payroll related issues
• Responsible for user setups and updates to the hourly labor system
• IT liaison; perform user testing and validation for system upgrades and emergency fixes
• Support audit requests (internal, external, DCAA)
• Coordinate labor accounting and payroll year end tasks
• Special Projects

Position Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required and or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in Accounting or Finance
• FPC or CPP designation is a plus
• Understanding of Government Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations and accounting for long term contracts requirements is beneficial
• Oracle experience beneficial
• Must have keen attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels is necessary.
• Ability to prioritize and work multi-task assignments while meeting deadlines
• Strong analytical skills
• Discipline to follow procedures and comply with internal controls
• Must be comfortable working with computer applications and financial systems
• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Access)

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.