As a Sr. Accountant you will assist with the day-to-day transactional accounting operations of the organization. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Accounting, in this position, you will primarily engage with the month-end and year-end closing processes, reconcile assigned general ledger accounts, review expense reports and ensure all accounting policies of the organization are followed. Responsibilities Compiles and analyzes account data to create capital, liability, and asset account entries Enters account details to document financial transactions into general ledger and assigned subledgers, such as billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable Audits records to substantiate financial transactions Prepares and recommends procedures and policies for maintaining accounting controls Coordinates various activities and responses for annual audits, new contract award and annual compliance reporting to various agencies, including SBA, tax agencies, etc Collects and examines account information necessary to reconcile financial discrepancies Completes database backups to secure financial information Follows internal controls to ensure financial security Verifies documentation, requests expenditures, and prepares disbursements for accounts payable and travel expenses Research and interpret accounting regulations and policies to resolve procedural questions Advises management on necessary operations to enforce adherence to legal requirements Gathers, interprets, and compiles account trends and data to create specialized financial reports Ensures client confidentiality by keeping financial information secure Review and validate monthly transactions entered all ledgers and subledgers and enter any adjusting entries required Manage general ledger and assist month-end and year-end close processes Monthly reconciliations general ledger account balances, bank statements, and request corrections for any reconciling items Gather documentation, prepare reports, assist with budgeting, and assist Finance Director in interpreting complicated financial information for managers, executives, and auditors Updating financial system including contracts, billing, projects, accounts payable and receivables etc. according to customer requirements and reporting associated budget amendments Extensive experience in project invoicing and billing Prepare and update contract and project budgets, financial forecasts, and tax reports. Generate and distribute invoices and purchase orders, to customers Review contracts and create new projects for government contracts, subcontractors, vendors, etc. Assist with monitoring receivable income and supporting project managers with collections Data entry transactions related to contracts, billing, project, A/P & A/R, travel expenses etc. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree is a plus. 5-7 years of accounting experience, with at least 2-3 years in a senior accounting role. Extensive experience with Deltek software is highly desired Through understanding of government contracting and compliance requirements. Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
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