Director Accounting Operations

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Annual incentive pyy based upon performance; benef...
Hybrid
13 years progressive accounting experience
6+ years leadership management experience
Erp systems expertise required
Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Director of Accounting Operations to lead and enhance its core transactional accounting functions, including AR, AP, Payroll, and Systems Process Automation. This role emphasizes innovation, automation, and strategic collaboration across the organization to improve financial performance and operational efficiency

Job Summary

  • The Director of Accounting Operations will lead four functional teams to advance core transactional accounting functions including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Systems Process Automation.
  • This role is pivotal in shaping the next generation of operational accounting by championing workflow modernization, systems integration, and data-driven decision making in an era defined by artificial intelligence.
  • SNC offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision plans, a 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, and three weeks of paid time off.

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Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Director of Accounting Operations to lead and enhance its core transactional accounting functions, including AR, AP, Payroll, and Systems Process Automation. This role emphasizes innovation, automation, and strategic collaboration across the organization to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Salary

Annual incentive pay based upon performance; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks PTO, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 13 years progressive accounting experience
  • 6+ years leadership management experience
  • ERP systems expertise required
  • Full end-to-end in-house payroll processes
  • Process improvement and automation implementation
  • GAAP CAS compliance knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • CPA or CMA certification preferred
  • Government contractor experience
  • Deltek Cost Point system knowledge
  • Multi-entity multi-state operations background
  • High-volume transactional environment experience
  • FAR DFARS regulatory understanding

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting Finance Business
  • 13 years progressive accounting finance operations experience
  • 6+ years leadership management experience
  • Experience with ERP systems
  • Demonstrated experience improving processes and implementing automation
  • U.S. Citizen or eligible work authorization status

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

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