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At Aviat Networks we take great pride in hiring a workforce that is committed to supporting and strengthening our values and attributes. If you’re results oriented, customer centric, and an innovative thinker who also takes pride in personal and professional integrity, Aviat Networks is the ideal next step in your career. We are looking for people who love to solve problems, enjoy change and know how to have fun! Come join us as we bring communications to the world. 

Aviat Networks is the world’s largest independent supplier of wireless transmission systems. We are recognized worldwide for cutting-edge 5G, backhaul, networking solutions and services. Customers in more than 135 countries depend on Aviat Networks to build, expand and upgrade their voice, data, and video solutions. 

About the Role: The Sr Manager, Project Accounting is responsible for designing, implementing and enforcing policies and procedures for the company’s billing and revenue cycle to maximize cash flow while maintaining and improving internal and external customer relations. Additionally, will develop and implement process improvements within the project accounting group. In conjunction with other senior finance staff, the Sr Manager, Project Accounting will oversee day-to-day operations on all issues related to project life cycle from project set up through project close out process. Additionally, the Sr Manager, Project Accounting will evaluate project performance and provide analysis to project managers, finance department, and other operational management groups. This position is highly visible and requires a strong leader with the ability to prioritize, plan, and direct a project accounting team.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise international project accounting team and provide guidance for day-to-day operations
  1. Review the setup of new projects and modifications
  2. Revenue recognition
  3. Provide quality control review of invoices for adherence to client requirements
  4. Resolve complex billing issues
• Develop and implement new processes and improvements to key project accounting functions
• Provide collections support to finance, credit and collections, and project managers
• Assist with month-end close process by reviewing project reporting to ensure project financials are correctly stated
• Provide project reporting and analysis on key project metrics
• Assist in the development of project accounting policies and procedures
• Provide oversight of project accounting activities to ensure compliance with established guidelines
• Coordinate with senior finance staff to enhance opportunities for project accounting team professional development and training
• Assist with extending electronic invoicing and routing system to entire company
• Provide support as needed for annual audits and tax filings
• Other duties as assigned

 Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field desired, CPA preferred
• A minimum of seven years of progressive finance, analysis, and leadership experience required, with a minimum of three years of direct supervisory experience
• Prior experience with Oracle or another project-based ERP system preferred
• Experience with RevPro, and/or Blackline preferred
• Experience in assessing and implementing process improvements utilizing continuous improvement or other tools to track measurable results
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Advanced skill level using Excel and proficient in all other Microsoft products
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others
• Comfortable presenting information to all levels of the company
• Strong organizational and time management skills; must be accurate and detail oriented
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Strong focus on continuous improvement with a proven track record for improving process efficiencies and solving problems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

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Aviat Networks provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, disability or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local law.

Aviat Networks offers a competitive benefits package. Apply NOW to learn more!