Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller

Assistant Corporate Controller

AeroVironment Inc. (NASDAQ : AVAV) is an industry-leading technology solutions provider in the field of autonomous systems and space and directed energy, with business areas including unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), loitering munitions, advanced robotics, and cyber & mission systems. Our innovative technologies deliver critical solutions for defense and commercial customers worldwide.

We are seeking an accomplished Assistant Corporate Controller to join our high-performing Corporate Accounting team. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this position is responsible for managing accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and supporting SEC reporting, Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and government compliance requirements. The Assistant Controller will work closely with executive management, internal and external auditors, and other cross-functional leaders across the organization.

This position offers high visibility across the organization and requires both strong technical accounting expertise and proven team leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Corporate Accounting team, ensuring effective execution of responsibilities and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to GAAP, SOX and FAR / CAS government requirements. This includes reviewing and approving monthly journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
• Support SEC reporting, including the preparation of financial information for forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Proxy Statements.
• Support consolidation of domestic and international subsidiaries, including foreign currency considerations.
• Oversee accounting for inventory and fixed assets, cost accounting, equity-based compensation, overhead rates, and project accounting, with specific application to government contract requirements (CAS).
• Support post M&A integration activities, including consolidation of financial results, alignment of accounting policies, and integration of systems and controls.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors, supporting quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and coordinate with IT to ensure effective operation of ERP and reporting systems.
• Support audits from government agencies and tax authorities, including DCAA, Department of State, IRS, and state-level agencies.
• Monitor developments in accounting and regulatory standards to ensure continued compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Additional Requirements

What We Offer

Additional Requirements

The salary range for this role is : $148,891 - $211,365 AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education / training, and key skills.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and / or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and / or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.