Staff Government Accounting

Staff Government Accounting

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Date Posted: Jul 1, 2026

Category: Accounting/Finance

Requisition ID: 14801

Career Level: Mid-Career

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Clearance Type: None

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Job Description

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters

At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world.

That's why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win.

Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let's shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

What We Offer

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%).
• Educational Assistance.
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Primary responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this role will be supporting preparation, submission and audit of the annual indirect cost rate proposal. In execution of this assignment, the candidate will be required to perform detailed account analysis and gather all appropriate supporting documentation to create an audit file. Candidates must be able to prepare written explanations as well as discuss audit issues with all levels of management.

Job responsibilities also include support of business system and cost accounting standards (CAS) audits, maintenance and publication of the annual disclosure statements, regulatory requirement research, and analysis of cost transfer requests in preparation for approval.

The qualified candidate must demonstrate technical expertise, analytical abilities and strong interpersonal skills. In addition, the role requires flexibility and the ability to handle several assignments independently.

Required Skillset

• Must have an Accounting background
• Must have a minimum of 5 years audit experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting to changing priorities and requirements.
• Customer interface experience with USG and/or external suppliers desired
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to assess business or technical risk and develop corrective actions and mitigation plans.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have excellent analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels
• Must be able to identify trends or patterns in data

Preferred Skillset

• Government Regulatory and compliance knowledge
• CPA preferred
• Working knowledge of Oracle and Hyperion
• Technical accounting research

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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