Accounting Manager

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You have been redirected to RTX’s career page as we have recently transitioned from RTX to become a standalone company, which provides us with greater autonomy and opportunities for growth. As a prospective employee of Nightwing, you’ll have the chance to contribute to our continued success and shape the future of our cybersecurity, intelligence, and services offerings.

Nightwing, a $1.8 billion intelligence services company, is seeking an Accounting Manager for our general ledger group. Initially, this role will focus on (1) account reconciliations, analysis, and research, limited journal entry preparation, and other efforts to prepare for our 2024 external financial statement audit; (2) supporting several system implementations by participating in process design, testing, and training; and (3) process and control alignment across the enterprise. Once these systems are established, this role will ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective management of our accounting processes. This role requires adaptable capacity to develop effective professional relationships with external and internal customers, and senior leadership.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as an accounting interface with the ERP (Costpoint), payroll (ADP), and travel & expense (Chrome River) system implementation teams.

Manage a team of accounting professionals to execute accounting operations necessary for monthly accounting close processes; Lead the preparation, analysis, review, and discrepancy resolution of financial accounts representing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Apply conceptual knowledge, prior experience, and initiative to isolate and resolve issues.

Serve as a technical resource regarding system generated financial data, ERP system performance, or report preparation via business intelligence data interrogation tools.

Develop, implement, and administrate accounting controls and policies supportive of an appropriately robust internal control environment aligned with business requirements.

Lead efforts to support deliverables to internal or external parties, as required. 

Required Skills:

A minimum of eight (8) years of related professional experience with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance OR an advanced degree in related field and a minimum of five (5) years of experience. 

Advanced Costpoint knowledge and practical experience; Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills are vital to this role, as is the demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.

A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Proficient knowledge of US GAAP; working knowledge of FAR and cost allocation methodologies.

US Citizenship

Desired Skills:

Strong digital transformation and data analytic skills related to ERP transitions or deployments.

Active CPA license or desire to pursue CPA/CMA certification

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. 

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

The salary range for this role is 105,000 USD - 221,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX 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.

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