Accountant (Remote)

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Date: May 7, 2026

Location: Newport News, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 28512 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $56,001.00 - $90,000.00 

Security Clearance: None  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

  • Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
  • Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary:

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Accountant with a strong foundation in financial accounting, revenue recognition, and multi‑entity reporting. The ideal candidate brings solid hands‑on accounting experience, a strong grasp of GAAP, and the initiative to take ownership of assigned tasks while contributing to process improvements.

 

This remote role reports to the Manager of Financial Reporting, Revenue Recognition, and SOX Compliance and supports month‑end close, intercompany accounting, revenue recognition activities, and ongoing enhancements within the accounting function.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare fluctuation analyses and financial schedules for assigned entities.
• Perform monthly balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Review customer contracts to support proper revenue recognition under ASC 606.
• Support month‑end and year‑end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account analysis.
• Assist with audit-related requests by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Work within ERP and consolidation systems (including OneStream) to support reporting and data accuracy.
• Build and maintain basic-to-moderate automation solutions (e.g., RPA bots, workflow automation, excel/ power query- based tools, scripts) to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.
• Participate in special projects including system implementations, reporting enhancements, and internal control (SOX) initiatives.
• Uphold adherence to GAAP, internal policies, and internal control standards.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 3 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, core accounting principles, and financial statements.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting or consolidations.
• Hands‑on experience with reconciliations, close processes, and journal entries.
• Experience working with a mid‑to‑large ERP system.
• Ability to build or enhance accounting tools using Excel (macros, formulas, templates, Power Query, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Preferred Requirements:

  • CPA certification (or actively pursuing)
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint, OneStream, SAP or other ERP/ consolidation systems.
  • Hands-on experience with financial consolidation tools (OneStream, CFIN, SAP Analytics Cloud, etc.)
  • Experience with RPA tools or similar automation platforms.
  • Experience with technical accounting research and memo preparation
  • Experience with data visualization/ reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)

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The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.