Labor Accounting Lead Analyst

General Dynamics Land Systems
401(k)
United States, Michigan, Sterling Heights
38500 Mound Road (Show on map)
Nov 07, 2024
Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment. What We Offer Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you. Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending. Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits. 401k Match (6%). Educational Assistance. 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off). On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment. Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track. Job Description: This is a lead analyst position responsible for a wide array of daily Labor Accounting tasks and executing monthly financial close activities in a timely manner. The position also functions as an important point of contact with Human Resources and Payroll Processing divisions at GDLS, providing precise and timely guidance to help address timekeeping, HR, and payroll matters. Other responsibilities in addition to daily tasks include process improvement identification. Successful candidates must have a good level of understanding of the principles of accounting and internal controls and will perform the following tasks: Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role Execute systematic processes for labor collection, rate development and labor distribution Perform analytical procedures to reconcile and validate accuracy of labor cost distribution Prepare batch processing reconciliations to ensure accuracy of large volume batch processes Run weekly reports to monitor unapproved timesheets (Sox controls) Monitor weekly timesheet corrections Prepare and process monthly labor journals and provide applicable G/L accounts reconciliations Preform monthly analysis of labor charges in suspense and identify actions to resolve Act as main point of contact for user inquiries on timekeeping and payroll related issues Responsible for user setups and updates to the hourly labor system IT liaison; perform user testing and validation for system upgrades and emergency fixes Support audit requests (internal, external, DCAA) Coordinate labor accounting and payroll year end tasks Special Projects Qualifications Sought Must be a U.S. Citizen Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required and or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred. 3-5 years of experience in Accounting or Finance FPC or CPP designation is a plus Understanding of Government Cost Accounting Standards, Federal Acquisition Regulations and accounting for long term contracts requirements is beneficial Oracle experience beneficial Must have keen attention to detail. Good communication skills and ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels is necessary. Ability to prioritize and work multi-task assignments while meeting deadlines Strong analytical skills Discipline to follow procedures and comply with internal controls Must be comfortable working with computer applications and financial systems Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Access)