Accountant II

Job Description How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is a leader in the defense industry, and currently has a need for an Accountant II to join the Combat Mission Systems accounting team. This is a payroll accounting role in addition to travel & expense accounting support. This position works independently and as a team, applying accounting knowledge, attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and effective communication abilities.

Primary responsibilities include:
- Journal entries and accounting close activities
- Convert payroll import files to Excel, prepare control reports, and perform checks across multiple sources to identify mismatches
- Perform account reconciliations
- Partner with the Enterprise Shared Services Payroll and Tax teams to resolve unreconciled transactions
- Research issues with assistance as needed and perform corrective actions
- Prepare payment requests in KTA for payroll related payables
- Payroll cash forecasting
- Partner with Concur Travel & Expense team on travel accounting matters and Program Finance on travel and purchasing card adjusting entries
- Maintain appropriate procedures, records, and documentation to support cross training and audit activities
- Respond to inquiries and data requests from internal customers, DCAA auditors, and external auditors
- Support initiatives to automate, enhance, and streamline processes
- Other duties as assigned
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance and 2 years work experience or equivalent experience
- Ability to demonstrate strong understanding of accounting concepts
- Strong analytical skills and above-average Microsoft Suite skills, especially Excel
- Good planning, time management, and organization skills in working with high volume of data and analyses
- Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement while complying with policies, procedures, and accounting principles
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Payroll/labor accounting experience
- Oracle R12 ERP experience
- Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE)
- Previous experience in a Government Contractor setting

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61278 - $104173

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.