Site Finance Manager

This position leads a large team of experienced accounting professionals or team leaders, overseeing general accounting processes such as financial reporting, inter-company cash, cash management, government accounting, project accounting, and / or balance sheet management. Develops and maintains accounting principles and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. We are seeking a talented, driven individual to lead and manage our accounting and finance operations for the Wilson, NC site, ensure high standards on internal controls, and partner with key stakeholders to make critical decisions that drive impact within our business. This position will work closely with the Controller for the overall Kidde business as well as the site lead to ensure the accounting function meets best practices, that reporting is accurate and timely, and that the organization and senior leadership teams are well-supported by the Finance Team. This position fosters communication and knowledge between our domestic and international sites as well as with our strategic business unit within the broader Collins Aerospace business of Avionics, serving as an advocate for both. The ideal candidate will be a persistent self-starter who is excited to support a cross-functional team. You will be a consummate communicator and provide insights that will enable senior management to make decisions on the direction of the Company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Leads a team of experienced accountants and manages large-scale projects and activities for a medium-sized organization. Responsible for selection, training, development, mentorship, retention, and recommendations and/or decisions regarding various employee matters such as performance, salaries, and terminations. Develops and communications team objectives; inspires and motivates team members to achieve results.
• Oversees and manages general ledger preparation (including monthly reconciliation of general ledger accounts), government accounting activities, and/or projects, to assure timely completion and accuracy of accounting activities.
• Ensures accounting policies, procedures and controls for all the projects and financial statements are in compliance with US GAAP.
• Oversees the preparation and presentation of management reports and / or corporate reporting requirements, to ensure integrity of information and keep management updated on key information.
• Monitors budget and forecast activity in order to track the organization’s budgets and ensure that budgets are maintained.
• Develops, directs, plans and evaluates accounting policies and procedures including cost accounting, general accounting, and statutory accounting, as applicable.
• Oversees monthly financial closing processes, adhering to strict closing deadlines.
• Conducts or assists in the documentation of cost, government and project accounting in addition to attending to financial reporting.
• Negotiates and advises on collection of overdue bills and takes appropriate action to recover overdue payments.
• Coordinates credit review, collection of unpaid bills, and fraud investigations either internally or through an outsourced service.
• Manages and investigates tax, consolidation, and close data.
• Investigates and manages intercompany, holding company and fixed asset accounting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Intense attention to detail
• Effective communication style, both verbal and written
• Self-starter with proven ability to work well across an organization and as a part of a collaborative team
• Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to form and develop relationships with a wide variety of functional roles and organizational levels
• Flexibility; someone who is adaptive to frequent changes in priorities, organization and strategy, flexible to deadlines with short lead times
• Focus on continuous improvement, with attention to compliance requirements
• Confidence in communicating with senior levels of management and business partners in a clear and effective manner

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR
• Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience OR
• In absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience is required

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. This position will require travel to the site a minimun of 4 days/month.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today.

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.

Note:

• Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)
• Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other - propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.