Senior Accountant Contractual

Overview

This position involves maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the month- and year-end close, and assisting with financial reporting and analysis. Responsibilities are representative of the range of duties assigned and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

Responsibilities

Financial Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely financial records in accordance with GAAP, federal/state/local laws, and procurement regulations.
• Ensure proper revenue and expense recognition and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and review journal entries for complex transactions, including accruals, prepaids, and contract accounting.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations (e.g., accounts receivable/payable, cash, investments, payroll, etc.).
• Participate in the month- and year-end close processes, including preparing documentation and responding to audit requests.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare and review financial statements and schedules for internal management and external auditors.
• Analyze financial data to identify variances, trends, and risks, and provide recommendations to management.
• Recommend and implement process improvements and technology solutions to streamline accounting operations.

Other Duties

• Assist with reporting needs.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Requirements

• Experience performing financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2–5 years public sector and/or non-profit accounting experience.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion ERP (or similar system).
• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in accounting.
• At least three years of experience in financial reporting.
• “Drain accounting” experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• No benefits.
• Hourly rate to be negotiated.

Location

• Flexible work from home options available.