**About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company** **Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.** The Lead Accountant will provide accounting and finance services in support of the organization’s business objectives. This role will perform general accounting and finance functions, account reconciliation, preparation and presentation of financial statements and analysis reports. Lead monthly analysis, forecasting and annual budgeting process for assigned areas of responsibilities. This role will process business transactions in various areas of the Accounting and Finance functions. *This role offers hybrid flexibility. **YOUR IMPACT:** These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. + Partner with internal and external customers to lead and grow the business; drive analysis is assigned areas and prepare monthly results for management. Interact with other departments on complex business issues that impact financial projections. + Communicate and drive opportunities to deliver best value for customers; partner with management in planning, measuring, and reporting on performance of assigned areas and identify opportunities to improve profitability through pricing or cost efficiency. + Lead monthly close process for assigned areas, including journal entry preparation and review, account reconciliations and review monthly financial reporting package in compliance with the Corporate Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) Manual. + Assist in the management and administration of business systems and procedures. Lead activities to validate the effectiveness of new procedures and update Sarbanes-Oxley process documentation for changes effecting internal controls. + Support end-to-end lease accounting (ASC 842) processes by maintaining proper accounting of all activity in accordance with US GAAP. + Demonstrate an advanced understanding of ASC 606 (revenue recognition). + Develop customer-friendly systems, process, and metrics. Monitor and track key operational benchmarks; lead root cause analysis and develop actions plans as needed. + Champion the Oshkosh People First competencies to engage, develop, and connect team members. + Identify and support continuous improvement projects while leveraging Continuous Improvement Management System (CIMS) tools and concepts; drive advanced analysis in assigned business areas and develop innovative solutions that save time and resources. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. + Six (6) or more years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or treasury. **STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS:** + Certified Public Accountant (CPA) + Public Accounting experience + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint. + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Familiarity with U.S. and international accounting regulations. **WHY OSHKOSH?** + Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the 15k+ team members around the world who embody them. + **We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.** *OSK1917 \#LI-TA1 Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our reception desk by phone at +1 (920) 502.3009 or our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com . Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information. Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.