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AAR Controller in WOOD DALE, Illinois
Title: Controller
Location: United States-Illinois-Wood Dale
Job Number: 17058
Responsible and accountable for all accounting, reporting, and control activities affecting AAR Government Services. Partners with program leadership in matters relating to financial reporting, compensation, and business management.
What you will be responsible for:
Primary responsibility is to establish and maintain accounting systems and processes that are necessary for compliance with applicable regulations, including contractual stipulations, SOX and government Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
Leadership of the AGS accounts receivable, payroll, project ledger, fixed assets and general accounting teams
Coordinate with multiple stakeholders including AGS leadership on financial accounting matters and the AGS Government compliance team on government contract requirements and audits
Maintain accounting controls over key processes and the related reporting systems
Supervise preparation of billing and/or other related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures and contractual requirements
Review and approve vouchers and/or invoices for payment, as required
Design and generate periodic reports for senior management to measure operating and financial performance on the business
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
Support audits of the financial records and controls
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
What you will need to be successful in this role:
B.A./B.S. degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting
At least ten (10) years of experience in an accounting / finance role is required.
At least five (5) years of leadership experience is required.
Preferred:
Masters degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accounting (CPA) License
Prior public accounting experience
Experience in government job costing accounting environment
Experience Using Deltek Costpoint ERP System
Experience with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audits
Year One Critical Success Factors :
Demonstrate a confident and well-developed communication style, both written and spoken, that establishes credibility and facilitates clear understanding of any issues
Maintain and effective internal control environment
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:
Competitive salary and bonus package
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off program
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. AAR values collaboration so we work in-office five days a week; no hybrid work arrangements.
Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources
Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $145,000 to $195,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
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We are an equal opportunity 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.