Specialist, Internal Controls

Responsibilities for this Position

General Dynamics is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies. With over 100,000 employees in 71 countries, we operate globally through four business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Marine Systems, and Technologies.

As a Corporate Headquarters employee, working in Reston, Virginia, you will gain a broad understanding of the General Dynamics portfolio; work with accomplished professionals; and grow your career while your leadership invests in your continued professional success.

General Dynamics is committed to helping our employees and their families lead healthy, productive lives. General Dynamics offers a wide array of plans in its flexible benefits program with options to help our employees succeed at work and at home.

General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer that is committed to hiring a talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran.

General Dynamics Corporate Headquarters (GD CHQ) is in search of an Internal Controls Specialist responsible for supporting the GD ICFR/SOX and Internal Audit Program Management Office, helping to drive the internal controls mission and vision for the corporation. In this role you will work closely with the Manager and Staff Director, as well as the internal and external audit teams. The Internal Controls department consists of ICFR and Internal Audit.

The department takes a holistic approach in assessing risks to support strategic decision-making and requires technical SOX and Internal Audit control knowledge. The Specialist does not perform audit testing, but needs to understand the significant processes, risks, and controls related to Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).

The Specialist must possess strong professional communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with senior executives, auditors, and other stakeholders across all levels and businesses.

The Internal Controls Specialist is responsible for many facets of the GD Internal Controls program, including supporting the ICFR and IA PMO, reviewing Corporate Office risks, processes and status of testing of testing and collaborating with our various Business Units. In this role, you will:

• Support the Company-wide ICFR program including monitoring progress, tracking KPIs, and quarterly reporting
• Assist in the design and implementation of internal controls at CHQ; provide internal controls expertise to process and control owners across the organization for control design and deficiency remediation
• Review and analyze Financial Statements and other qualitative data to monitor scope and control coverage and other ICFR related impacts for GD
• Oversee management control testing performed by co-sourced provider at CHQ, ensuring testing is effective and efficient
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors and facilitate alignment
• Review Quarterly Reporting from all Business Units
• Support content creation of Senior Leadership presentations, ad-hoc and quarterly
• Manage Internal Controls Application and be main point of contact for user provisioning process
• Develop various communication mechanisms (e.g., newsletters, training videos)
• Other Continuous Improvement (CI) projects and other duties as required

Education & Training Requirements:

• BA/BS degree in Finance/Accounting, or related fields
• Certifications Preferred (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE)

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years Public Company Audit, or relevant Internal Controls/ Audit experience

Other Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Experience working with teams and collaborating across functional areas
• Must have the ability to establish task-level details and priorities based on a broad objective
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Audit technology and data analytical solutions
• Technical knowledge and analytical skills in areas including business processes, IT systems, accounting, and finance
• Ability to communicate and distribute guidance using various tools and technologies
• Familiarity with COSO framework and SOX compliance. Experience in conducting audit testing of internal controls
• Ability to identify strong internal controls and develop recommendations to enhance weak internal controls
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work products
• Must be willing to work in the Corporate Office (CHQ) Monday through Friday during regular business hours and in emergency situations as needed

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