Overview
About Us
Working across the globe, V2X brings innovation to every point in the mission lifecycle, from preparation, to operations, to sustainment. In the era of digital transformation, V2X achieves operational advantage with converged environments that integrate the physical and digital infrastructures core to the modern mission. Aligned around a shared purpose, our people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
The strategic role of Senior Advisor - Accountant will lead complex accounting activities and ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, and DFARS. The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of government cost accounting, large-scale financial reporting, and operational excellence in a high-growth, compliance-driven environment. This position will work cross-functionally to ensure financial integrity, support segment-level decision-making, and drive strategic initiatives that support profitability and long-term contract performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead complex accounting operations and financial reporting for a $2 billion+ federal contracting segment, ensuring full compliance with GAAP, FAR, and CAS.
Oversee financial close processes, including revenue recognition, indirect cost allocations, accruals, and reconciliations at the segment level.
Prepare, review, and analyze segment financial statements, forecasts, indirect rate models, and program-level reporting.
Serve as a lead accounting liaison during internal, external, and regulatory audits (e.g., DCAA, DCMA), ensuring readiness and accurate documentation.
Advise senior leadership on financial impacts of business decisions, contract modifications, indirect rate strategies, and risk mitigation.
Lead or support the preparation and submission of incurred cost proposals, forward pricing rate proposals, and CASB disclosure statements.
Partner with Contracts, Pricing, Program Finance, and Compliance teams to support large-scale proposal development, contract execution, and performance monitoring.
Drive improvements in internal controls, financial systems, and accounting policies to support scalable growth.
Support ERP system enhancements, financial system integrations, and accounting automation initiatives.
Mentor junior accountants and analysts, providing guidance on compliance, controls, and financial stewardship.
May be tasked to provide inputs in assisting with the development of annual budgets.
Assist in other finance special projects or functions as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained may be substituted.
Certification/Licenses:
CPA is required, active status preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of fifteen (15) years' progressive accounting experience, including three (3) years in a senior or advisory capacity.
Demonstrated experience supporting high-revenue, multi-entity segments ($1B+), with complex cost structures.
ERP proficiency in large-scale financial environments.
Other Requirements:
United States citizenship.
May work extended hours.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience:
Experience in federal government contracting environment, including multiple contract @types (CPFF, T&M, FFP) desired.
Expertise in FAR, CAS, and DCAA/DCMA audit protocols preferred.
Systems experience with IFS, Kyriba, SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA a plus.
Skills and Technology Used:
Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:
Possesses critical thinking skills to synthesize scenarios and diverse perspectives to problem solving.
Innovative thinker with a passion for driving change, solution oriented, and methodologies to enhance operational effectiveness.
Naturally inquisitive, curious in seeking out information for understanding and decision making. Must be able to quickly process fact patterns, draw a conclusion and take action.
Able to interpret and analyze complex financial data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Can synthesize large data sets and segment-level performance metrics into actionable insights.
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports and statements.
Financial/Business Acumen:
Comprehensive technical knowledge of GAAP requirements, government financial performance, operational accounting, and SOX compliance.
Deep understanding of how accounting drives contract performance, profitability, and long-term growth.
Proven track record managing and supporting audits in a regulatory-heavy environment.
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
Ability to maintain strict compliance with V2X policies and procedures relating to our Business Ethics and Code of Conduct, in addition to specific procurement regulations established by the federal government.
Demonstrates the highest degree of safeguarding confidential, sensitive, business, and employee data.
Business Partner/Effective Communication:
Excellent communicator, both orally and in writing, including ability to facilitate effective collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and develop consensus and drive all organizations to achieve quality goals.
Able to adjust information and deliver key messages with clarity, confidence and poise to instill confidence in leadership and external agencies.
Interfaces comfortably and effectively with a wide range of team members.
Possesses compelling presentation skills to communicate information and ideas, with and for executive leadership.
Someone who is adaptable, comfortable, and resilient in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities and business needs.
Proven ability and desire to work effectively, delivering accurate results under tight deadlines, in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Able to manage multiple project tasks simultaneously.
Lead with Character/Collaboration and Teamwork/Influence:
Strong professional independence and uncompromising professional ethics and integrity.
Ability to develop, cultivate, and manage relationships with corporate business partners while driving excellence for all service.
Must quickly assimilate and establish themselves as a trusted partner to leadership.
Persuasive and self-confident, with the personality skills to interact effectively with leadership.
Demonstrates trust and respect for peers and others in the organization. An innate and consummate team player who leads by example.
Global vision. Culturally sensitive. Ability to work with diverse cultures and teams.
Software:
ERP financial systems (i.e. IFS, Kyriba, SAP ECC, S/4HANA, etc.)
Microsoft Office 365 suite, including SharePoint
Proficient in the use of computer software programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and advanced to expert knowledge of Excel.
Technology:
Company computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.
What We Bring
At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
The successful candidate's starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
The following salary range is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company.
USD $ 115,000 - 160,000
Provided salary range minimum and maximum values correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States.
Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
Employee benefits include the following:
Healthcare coverage
Retirement plan
Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
Wellness programs
Paid time off, including holidays
Learning and Development resources
Employee assistance resources
Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.
At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workfoce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.
