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GENERAL DUTIES:

• Prepares day-to-day and month-end close entries including revenue, payroll, prepaid expenses, unbilled accounts receivable, and accrued liabilities.
• Prepares complex reconciliations for necessary balance sheet accounts and various other general ledger accounts, as needed.
• Lead/prepare month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Develops and maintains an understanding of the accounting operations within each assigned client. Obtains a working knowledge of the client's accounting software packages. Responsible for recommending and enforcing the internal controls, policies, and procedures established by the client.
• Assists external auditors and tax accountants at year-end with preparing schedules, providing explanations of supporting materials and procedures, and preparing any other necessary data.
• Assists in preparation of the client's year-end 1099 submissions.
• Recommends, designs, and implements any necessary department controls and procedures.
• Interacts with client as needed.
• Supervise/manage lower level staff

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (Required)
• Full Cycle Accounting
• Utmost discretion, strong ethics
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the accounting field
• Strong understanding of Accounting Principles, knowledge of GAAP
• Advanced understanding of general and subsidiary ledgers and financial statements
• Understanding of government contract compliance regulations found in the FAR, CAS, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Extremely detail orientated with strong analytical skills
• Good time management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives and client requirements
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working in a hybrid remote/home environment

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPA license preferred
• Unanet Accounting System
• Project Accounting experience

CLEARANCE:

• US Citizenship required

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