*Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
Position Overview:
This position is accountable for the accounting operations of the company. This includes the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk. This is a Full Time, Direct Hire Opportunity!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Supports the operations of the accounting department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and month end closing activities.
Supports the production of financial reports monthly and consolidated financial reports quarterly; ensures that the reported results comply with GAAP or IFRS.
Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
Prepares for audit engagement and works with external auditors to provide needed information for the annual audit.
Overseeing regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance.
Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
Reviews accounting issues and responds to inquiries.
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation (required).
Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint (required).
Experience with defense-related or government accounting (required).
Bachelors Degree in Finance/Accounting and Masters Degree (preferred).
Ten or more years of professional accounting experience.
Five or more years of experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Excellent management and supervisory skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in other standard office applications
Able to prioritize and meet multiple competing deadlines
Ability to work harmoniously in a multi-cultural team environment.
Experience using Concur is a plus
Experience in financial management of government contracts/projects in defense