Accountant I

Overview

This role assists with the accounting of costs for the organization. You will support the month-end close process, prepare balance sheet account reconciliations, and help maintain strong cash flow. The position requires a strong understanding of US GAAP, strong research skills, and the ability to support finance staff in resolving close issues.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to a tight general ledger month-end close process.
• Record monthly journal entries accurately.
• Prepare and generate critical month-end allocations and/or advices.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger account balances monthly, including all intra-company payables and receivables.
• Focus on process improvements over the general close and intra-company process.
• Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts in compliance with strict deadlines.
• Assist with internal control evaluations, including modifying and documenting accounting control procedures.
• Conduct investigations and resolve critical, complex month-end reconciliations.
• Support compliance and auditors by performing significant research, data mining/reporting, and resolving finance systems questions as required.
• Respond in a timely and professional manner to financial systems requests for reports, information support, training, and system enhancements.
• Assist the Cost and General Ledger Manager on projects as needed.
• Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.
  • One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
• 0–3 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Must be a US citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles.
• Government contracting experience.

Skills & Technology Used

• Critical thinking and analytical/problem-solving skills to synthesize scenarios and diverse perspectives.
• Demonstrated statistical and quantitative skills to quickly analyze and integrate information from relevant (and sometimes disparate) sources.
• Ability to handle moderately complex issues and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Ability to review and analyze accounting/financial statements, records, and reports.
• Ability to provide specialized or general analysis support across various accounting functions.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to manage time, remain flexible to shifting priorities, and work under time pressures.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
• IFS.
• SAP.
• Personal computer, printer, copy machine, and other general office equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay is based on, but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.
• Salary range (base pay): USD $50,000 - 80,000
  • The provided minimum and maximum values correspond to variances between regional/geographic locations across the United States.
• Employee benefits include:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources
• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

Location

Work location is not specified in the provided description.