Senior Accountant

Summit 7 Systems

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Summit 7 is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team. This role goes beyond day-to-day projects, contributing to protecting the US defense industrial base from cyber threats, fostering thought leadership, and creating growth opportunities. The company values its people and invests in meaningful health and welfare benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration, required
Seven to ten years or more of related experience, required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, preferred.
Experience supporting team with commercial and government contracts
Familiarity with IT services contracts and/or products
Superior communication skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Facilitates financial reporting, billing, collections, and budget preparation
Provides additional administrative support on an as-needed, surge basis
Assist in preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Perform general ledger activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
Support month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
Maintain and improve internal controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities, including preparing schedules and analyzing trends.
Review and approve work completed by Staff Accountants; provide coaching and guidance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and ensure data accuracy.
Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliation.
Prepare schedules, documentation, and responses for external audits and internal audit needs.
Support tax compliance activities, including gathering data for corporate income tax, sales/use tax, and property tax filings.
Analyze financial results and provide insights to management to support decision‑making.
Participate in process improvement efforts to streamline accounting workflows and enhance reporting accuracy.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
Lead or support special projects such as system enhancements, process automation, or policy updates.