Descripción

The primary responsibilities of this position are to develop and oversee the financial reporting and Government accounting processes for GM’s governmental contracting business unit, GM Defense. This position requires an understanding of internal and external reporting requirements and applicable technical accounting guidance associated with Government contracts. A U.S. citizen with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a controllership leadership role for a federal Government defense contractor is a must. Work involves a high level of independent judgment, decision-making, attention to detail and initiative, as well as frequent coordination and communication with others across broader finance and operations in General Motors. Given the start-up nature of this business, this role will be key to the design and implementation of Government compliant accounting and reporting processes, systems, controls and staffing requiring strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain Accounting systems as Accounting Manager for Government contracts
Maintain understanding of ability to apply and operationalize accounting and financial reporting standards (GAAP) and SEC rules
Support Government Accounting and Compliance leader to ensure compliance with Government Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARs)
Support outside audits with outside independent auditors and regulatory agencies (DCAA), oversee preparation of required reporting and disclosures associated with accounting record keeping
Monitor all aspects of the GM Defense ecosystem from production, distribution, sale, service, and warranty to connected services support for operationalizing appropriate accounting and reporting recognition
Provide monthly and quarterly financial statement reviews of actual performance, including extensive balance sheet reviews
Ownership of accounting review, including ensuring compliance with Senior Management Delegation of Authority, on all material contracts and services
Develop and maintain strong internal controls and SOX compliance
Identify, interpret and analyze potential accounting risks and issues
Develop and maintain process flow documentation
Proactively find opportunity for improvements and lead change
Hire, train, coach, develop and evaluate employees
Model GM’s desired behaviors including safety
Actively promote GM’s culture of diversity, equity and inclusion

Qualifications – Basic Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Bachelor’s degree with major in accounting
CPA (certified public accountant)
7-10 years of relevant work experience in accounting/finance
Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
Familiarity with accounting processes including consolidation, financial reporting, etc.
Ability to execute variety of accounting activities including processes to track costs, operational/transactional accounting activities, prepare financial reporting for GM’s consolidated 10-Q/10-K reporting and standalone financial statements, financial controls, etc.
Demonstrated ability to operate in high pressure situations independently
Proven ability to operate and collaborate cross functionally
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated commitment to teamwork and partnerships
Strong oral and written communications skills
Thorough knowledge and understanding of corporate/unit policies and procedures
Highly proficient personal computer skills and technology driven
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical abilities where problems are complex
Ability to prioritize assignments/projects and multi-task within restricted time constraints
Embrace and manage change
Enhancing organizational effectiveness

Qualifications – Preferred

Big 4 accounting experience
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience a technical accounting role with a government defense contractor
Government contract accounting experience, Cost accounting standards and FAR/DFARs knowledge Experience/ knowledge of Hyperion Financial Systems
Experience with SAP ERP implementation

Required Competencies:
Dealing with ambiguity, building relationships, focus on results, ability to influence without control

Location: Hybrid. This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the - Global HQ Warren Mi three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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