Accounting Associate

Ascendancy Group LTD 348973•Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

The Ascendancy Group is seeking an entry-level Accountant who will be part of a team that directly impacts the growth and success of our organization. The successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, will be able to provide a broad range of finance and accounting support, is highly attentive to detail, and is driven to improve processes and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
0-2 years' relevant experience
Knowledge of US GAAP with strong General Accounting skills
A high level of proficiency in Excel required
Highly organized and able to multi-task
Ability to meet stringent deadlines in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
A team player with a positive attitude
The ability to obtain and maintain a US Government SECRET security clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of experience in accounting for a government contracting company
Secret clearance preferred
Experience with QuickBooks

Responsibilities

Process month-end billing and invoices for all assigned projects
Process all subcontractor and independent contractor invoices and vendor accounts payables
Process employee expense reports
Process weekly accounts payable check run
Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
Reconcile discrepancies and variances through research and analysis
Create and maintain standardized reports using Excel and other cost tools
Provide information and support for internal and external audits
Identify areas of opportunity to become more efficient in processes and reporting
Create and document processes and procedures to ensure consistency of practice
Assist with additional functions within the parameters of Accounting and Finance operations policies and procedures
Assists with other assignments and/or special projects as requested