Staff Accountant

Crisis24•Annapolis, MD

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is responsible for all areas relating to accounting functions. This position will be responsible for daily, weekly and monthly accounting tasks and activities. The Junior Accountant is also expected to support the recommendations of the Accounting Manager, Corporate Controller, Sr. FP&A Manager, VP Finance and Admin and the CFO in developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The Junio Accountant will assist the Accounting Manager in the monthly close process and may assist in overseeing the billing and collections and accounts payable functions. This position must meet tight deadlines in a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, audit and internal controls.

Requirements

BA/BS in Accounting preferred; 2 year certificate acceptable and working towards CPA a plus
4+ years accounting experience
Experience with Multi currency and Multi entity organizations
3 years experience in the accounting/financial reporting areas including tax and audit compliance.
Must be PC proficient and must have strong experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required.
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, attention to details, meet deadlines and be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

International and subsidiary accounting and consolidation a plus.

Responsibilities

Apply a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure and processes
Understanding of IFRS and GAAP standards.
Assist to ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information
Ensure the timely and accurate completion of all general ledger account reconciliations
Support Accounts Receivable (Billing and Collections), Accounts Payable
Responsible for accurate Project based Accounting and reporting
Advise staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions
Respond to inquiries from the Accounting Manager, Sr. FP&A Manager, Corporate Controller, VP of Finance and Administration regarding financial results and special reporting requests
Work with Accounting Manager and the retained CPA firm to: ensure a clean and timely interim and year end audit as needed support foreign entity requirements ensure all required tax filings are completed and filed on time
Ensure all internal and external financial reporting deadlines are met working with the Accounting Manager
Work with Accounting Manager in maintaining financial security by establishing and executing internal controls
Avoid legal challenges by understanding contracts, current and proposed legislation, enforcing accounting regulations; recommending new procedures.
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.
Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed and on time.