Accountant II

V2X•UNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant assists with accounting of costs for the Corporation. This is a key role in the month-end close process, preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations, and helping the company maintain strong cash flows. The role is for someone who has a strong understanding of GAAP and good research skills. Will be responsible for ensuring that all financial systems requests for reports, information support, training, and system enhancements are responded to in a timely and professional manner. Supports finance staff in resolving critical close issues. Assists with general ledger account and program reconciliations and researches issues for external and government compliance audits.

Requirements

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).
Minimum four (4) years' related experience.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
Must be a US citizen.
Possesses critical thinking skills to synthesize scenarios and diverse perspectives to problem solving.
Demonstrated statistical and quantitative skills. Able to quickly analyze and integrate information from relevant and sometimes disparate sources.
Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
Effectively review and analyze accounting/financial statements/documents, records and reports.
Able to provide specialized or general analysis support in various accounting functions.
Ability to multitask and prioritize, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communicator, both orally and in writing.
Proficient at managing time. Remain flexible to shifting of priorities. May work under time pressures.
Keen sense of prioritization with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Build relationships and communicate effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders.
Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and retains constructive working relationships within the group.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
IFS
SAP
Personal computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Adheres to a tight general ledger month-end close process.
Records monthly journal entries accurately.
Prepare and generate critical month end allocations and/or advices.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger account balances monthly, to include all intra-company payables and receivables.
Focus on process improvements over the general close and intra-company process.
Reconciles and analyzes balance sheet accounts in compliance with a strict deadline.
Assists with internal control evaluations to include modifying and documenting accounting control procedures.
Conduct investigations and resolve critical month end complex reconciliations.
Provide support to compliance and auditors, including significant research, data mining/reports, and resolution of finance systems questions as required.
Performs other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.
Assist the Cost and General Ledger Manager on projects as needed.