Senior Accountant

TCOM, L.P.•Columbia, MD

18h

About The Position

Experienced Accountant at a Senior Level able to assume lead responsibility for various accounting functions. Will perform hands-on functional duties, as well as, providing supervision to both accounting professional and clerical employees in a wide variety of accounting functions. The Senior Accountant will establish and maintain strong relationships with the Accounting Manager and CFO, as well as, personnel both within and outside the company as required. Interface with independent auditors and government compliance organizations (e.g., DCAA and DCMA) as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Three to five years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Proficient in Deltek Costpoint Accounting Software.
Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and practices including Governmental and Defense Contracts, GAAP and federal and state financial and reporting regulations.
Skilled in the use of computers in a Windows-based operating environment particularly Excel and Word applications.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead Responsibility for critical accounting functions including: Accounts Receivable – review billings, prepare complex bills, work with programs and contracts on billing and collection issues; Inventory – work with programs, material management and purchasing to ensure GAAP compliance, reconciliation with stock status, cycle count and financial support on inventory issues; Accounts Payable – supervise vouchering and cash disbursements, work with purchasing and other departments as needed to ensure timely and accurate payments; prepare month-end accrual entry; ensure timely and accurate reporting of required state and federal requirements; Monthly and Year End Closing – analyze program revenue recognition, Costpoint processing, and preparation on Internal Financial Statements; Cash Management – interface with bank on financial transactions Including letters of credit, revolving credit line and other debt
Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Participate in the development of department goals and objectives
Recommend, implement and administer policies and procedures to enhance operations
Respond to inquiries; research and suggest solutions to department related problems; serves as liaison with other departments to resolve day-to-day administrative and operational issues that may occur
Provide technical guidance and expertise to Junior and Clerical Accountants as required
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned