Assistant Controller – Remote Position We have a rewarding opportunity for an Assistant Controller to join our Defense Solutions team! As our Assistant Controller you will be responsible for the overall coordination of the financial reporting and planning activities for the Division. We Take Care of Our People Paid Time Off I RRSP with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Referral Program I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture * Your Challenge: Coordinating month-end close process to ensure we are meeting deadlines as set out by our corporate office. This includes actuals, forecasts, budgets, tax packages, and R&D schedules Coordinating Defense specific special projects as required Completing monthly analysis and reporting of key operational metrics. Preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements and reporting packages for the Defense Division in conjunction with the Director of Reporting and the Segment Controller Participating in financial modelling for potential acquisitions Coordinating self-assessment audits for Sarbanes-Oxley Overall responsibility for budgeting/reporting for Defense Shared Service organizations Developing and ensuring implementation of policies, procedures, and quality standards for maintenance of company financial accounting policies and systems in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards. Monitoring to ensure compliance Aiding in the development of annual strategies that will improve the company’s financial performance for the current fiscal year Participating in senior management team meetings to review financial performance against objectives and targets; revealing obstacles to growth and developing strategies to overcome these obstacles Encouraging brainstorming and creative approaches to enhance company’s growth, worth and profitability Must stay attuned to early warnings of financial problems, and be able to provide suggestions on decisive action to resolve or address these problems What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree in financial management discipline, or equivalent Professional designation or MBA 7-10 years of related cost and financial accounting experience Broad knowledge of and ongoing awareness of accounting principles and government regulations governing business accounting and taxation rules, and similar awareness of international financial statutes Demonstrated skills in teaching, leading and mentoring Good problem-solving skills using initiative and innovation to resolve discrepancies Strong Excel and PowerPoint capabilities SAP experience preferred or similar large ERP experience Willingness to travel Who We Are: Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance At our world-class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario, we manufacture rugged products optimized for high-mix, high quality and small batch sizes typical of military requirements. Equipped with the latest assembly, cleaning, coating and inspection equipment, our operations are AS9100 and ISO-9001 certified and we comply with the highest standards of workmanship defined by IPC and J-STD specifications. All materials and processes are controlled by our enterprise-wide SAP and MES systems which offer full component traceability to individual products by serial number. To learn more visit Ottawa, Ontario | Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions (curtisswrightds.com) No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. Join the WRIGHT Team! Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. What We Offer Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.