ABOUT WIND RIVER
Wind River is a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems. For more than four decades, the company has been an innovator and pioneer, powering billions of systems that require the highest levels of security, safety, and reliability.
Wind River helps customers across automotive, aerospace, defence, industrial, medical, and telecommunications industries solve complex technology challenges on their journey toward the new intelligent machine economy. The company’s software powers generation after generation of the safest, most secure systems in the world. Examples include playing a key role in NASA space missions such as Artemis I, the James Webb Space Telescope, and multiple Mars rovers. We’ve achieved recent 5G milestones including the world’s first successful 5G data session with Verizon and building one of the largest Open RAN networks in the world with Vodafone.
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The company has received industry recognition for its technology innovation and leadership, and for its workplace culture, including global Great Place to Work certification and being named a “Top Workplace” for ten consecutive years. If you want to be part of a unique culture where the lived experience is based on our cultural attributes of growth mindset, customer-focus, and diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging, come join us and help advance the future software defined world.
Wind River Systems, a subsidiary of Aptiv PLC, is a California-based software company which develops embedded systems and cloud software consisting of real time operating systems (RTOS), industry-specific software, simulation technology, development tools and middleware.
This new business unit will re-sell Wind River products to be used by or for the U.S. government customers. These products may be delivered through the professional services organizations of Wind River Systems (case of unclassified programs) or via the Wind River business (in the case of classified programs).
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the Accounts Receivable functions for a newly formed US business unit serving the U.S. government, Department of Defense and similar customers . The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate processing of transactions, managing cash flow, optimizing financial procedures, and tax registrations and payments to maintain efficiency and compliance. This role requires a strong ability to work independently, analytical skills, and attention to detail to support the company’s financial health and reporting.
This position is based in Washington DC and reports directly to the President and Senior Management Official (SMO) of the new business unit.
This person will collaborate with both Wind River Systems and Aptiv, ensuring reporting requirements are met in accordance with established procedure.
ABOUT YOU
Responsibilities:
- Oversee AR operations, including invoicing, collections, cash applications, and account reconciliations.
- Ensure timely collection of outstanding receivables, reducing aged accounts and minimizing bad debt.
- Work closely with internal departments and customers to resolve billing discrepancies and disputes.
- Implement strategies to improve AR processes and enhance cash flow.
- Maintain accurate customer records and credit limits to manage credit risk effectively.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports related to AP/AR, cash flow, and working capital management.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
- Oversee tax registrations and tax payments to ensure compliance with Federal and State tax requirements.
- Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience: 12+ years of experience in accounting, with a strong focus on AP/AR; at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, multi-task, and work independently, and execute objectives without supervision.
- Energetic, resourceful, and hands-on self-starter who can partner with all levels and functions of the company with a consultative and collaborative approach.
- U.S. Citizen
BENEFITS
- Flexible home office! We offer the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule
- Named Top Workplace for the 8th year in a row
- Wind River’s commitment to DEIB
- 100% Employee covered Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance*
- Flexible Time Off policy* + 12 observed Holidays
- 401K with company match *
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) *
- Wellness Benefits through Unmind
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