Accountant III-VI

X-energy • Rockville, MD

2d • $76,958 - $208,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for general accounting operations and control company financial transactions, which includes reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, preparing month-end, quarter-end, and/or year-end close procedures, and ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all company accounting tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution. Previous direct accounting experience may be in lieu of an accounting degree.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX internal controls.
• Basic level knowledge in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) with a focus on Excel.
• Typically, five years of experience in an accounting role required. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, ten plus years of accounting experience, in which a minimum of two years must be in government contracting, performing similar tasks is required.
• Intermediate level knowledge in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) with a focus on Excel.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g. Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, Jamis).
• Thorough understanding of monthly financial statements with general ledger reconciliation skills.
• Typically, ten years of experience in an accounting role, in which a minimum of two years must be in government contracting performing similar tasks is required. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, ten plus years of accounting experience, in which a minimum of two years must be in government contracting, performing similar tasks is required.
• Working experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g. Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, Jamis).
• Knowledge of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• Typically, fifteen years of experience in an accounting role, in which a minimum of five years must be in government contracting performing similar tasks is required. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, ten plus years of accounting experience, in which a minimum of two years must be in government contracting, performing similar tasks is required.
• Extensive experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g. Deltek Costpoint, Unanet, Jamis).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards required.
• Typically, twenty years of experience in an accounting role, in which a minimum of five years must be in government contracting performing similar tasks is required. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, ten plus years of accounting experience, in which a minimum of two years must be in government contracting, performing similar tasks is required.
• Experience using Deltek Costpoint.
• Expert level knowledge of GAAP and other relevant accounting standards required.
• Expert level knowledge and understanding of monthly financial statements with general ledger reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely and accurate month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Ensure the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, and consolidating transactions.
• Prepare and maintain reconciliations for balance sheet accounts and other general ledger accounts.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Support Project Setup and Maintenance in the accounting system.
• Support Billing.
• Research proper accounting treatments for certain transactions as needed.
• Troubleshoot any recurring process issues, determining root causes and driving solutions.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, including Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.
• Manage the Accounting group email inbox and respond to inquiries.
• Provide feedback and guidance to more junior team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document.
• Lead the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities, listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document, without close supervision and extensive latitude for independent judgment.
• Lead the monthly and quarterly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation.
• Review and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Lead and collaborate with financial teams to ensure the correct and timely closing and reporting at year-end.
• Lead the billing and project setup functions.
• Lead all financial audits by serving as a point of contact for both the internal and audit team, assisting with the resolution of issues and open items.
• Manage information requests by auditors during SOX Audits.
• Lead monthly sales and use tax reporting and support other tax reporting requirements for the company.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of accounting policy and procedures for key close transactions, ensuring an effective internal control environment.
• Assess current practices and procedures and make recommendations for improvements.
• Share ownership in financial system requirement documentation and future system changes or implementations.
• Identifies opportunities and implements process improvement and automation in a dynamic environment.
• Provide feedback and guidance to more junior team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities listed in the Job Profile Task/Responsibilities section of this document.
• Serve as a mentor to junior team members.
• Shares knowledge related to industry best practices and standards with others across the department/division.

Benefits

• X Energy, LLC offers a robust benefits package that includes a 401K plan with an employer match, Medical/Dental /Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and a Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development policy that supports the continuing education of our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees