Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, producing monthly financial statements, and supporting payroll, accounts payable, and audit activities while ensuring compliance with US GAAP.
Responsibilities
- Prepare journal entries in compliance with US GAAP
- Reconcile various general ledger accounts, including investigation of the underlying cause of any discrepancies in the balance
- Prepare end-of-month consolidated financial statements and reports (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement)
- Assist with semi-monthly payroll preparation as needed
- Analyze monthly financial activity for appropriateness and identify any potential anomalies
- Record and process vendor invoices
- Assist other members of the Accounting & Finance team with special projects as needed
- Support internal functions by serving as a liaison and point of contact for Accounting & Finance within the organization
- Assist in gathering, validating, and organizing documentation and data to support internal and external audits, ensuring accuracy and timely availability of requested information
Skills
- 5 years' experience and BS in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance
- 3 (+) working in a government contracting environment
- Experience with recording transactions in compliance with US GAAP
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong self-starter with the ability to drive and achieve results
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
- Either experience with Unanet or the ability to quickly learn and become proficient at Unanet
- Certified Public Accountant designation
- Experience with Government Contracting
- Experience with Cost Accounting Standards and DCAA audits
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
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