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The Director of Finance will lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for a defense manufacturing organization, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, FAR, CAS, and applicable government contracting regulations. This role requires deep, hands-on experience within defense/aerospace manufacturing environments, with expertise in cost accounting, government audits, and complex contract structures. The Director of Finance will partner with operations, program management, and executive leadership to support financial performance, compliance, and strategic decision-making.
Job Responsibility
Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory, revenue recognition, and financial reporting
Ensure full compliance with FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements
serve as primary liaison for government audits and reviews
Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Manage project and contract accounting (e.g., cost-plus, fixed-price, T&M contracts)
Develop and maintain standard costing systems, including variance analysis for manufacturing operations
Oversee inventory accounting, including WIP, raw materials, and finished goods within a regulated manufacturing environment
Drive preparation of internal and external financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Support FP&A by partnering on budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning
Implement and maintain strong internal controls aligned with SOX or government compliance expectations
Collaborate with supply chain and operations on cost control, margin analysis, and efficiency initiatives
Lead and develop accounting team
establish best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
Support ERP system optimization (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Deltek, or similar systems commonly used in defense manufacturing)
Ensure proper accounting treatment for government-funded R&D, capital projects, and indirect rate structures
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience within defense or aerospace manufacturing
Direct experience with government contracting regulations (FAR, CAS, DCAA audits)
Strong expertise in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment