Senior Accountant

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Sr. Manager of Accounting & Compliance, this position will perform internal control (SOX 404) testing for in-scope business processes and support the activities and operations of the Corporate Finance & Accounting department. This position will primarily be remote, but the candidate will preferably live within close proximity to the ESA Corporate offices in Fort Worth, TX, for onsite work as needed.

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and Accounting & Compliance Initiatives

• Test assigned SOX controls for multiple business processes and reporting locations based on prescribed audit procedures
• Test specified key controls contained in the DFARS Government Compliance Matrix
• Document testing results in accordance with standard workpaper methodology within the AuditBoard tool
• Address review comments provided by Senior Staff and Management
• Support external audit, tracking, and monitoring of control test status
• Assist in SOX process walkthroughs and maintenance of SOX documentation within AuditBoard
• Perform a variety of administrative functions, including maintenance of database information within AuditBoard by entering and updating content, filing, scheduling, planning, and preparation
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Occasional travel to business units or ESA Corporate offices as needed (approximately once each quarter)

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in public accounting or the private sector, preferably with an audit background
• Interest in the defense industry and compliance/process-based work
• Strong attention to detail, written and oral communication skills, the ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, and be able to work for short to moderate periods of time without direct supervision
• Working knowledge of software applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
• Working experience with AuditBoard is a plus

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