[Hiring] Accountant I @V2X

Role Description

The Accountant assists with accounting of costs for the Corporation. This is a key role in the month-end close process, preparation of balance sheet account reconciliations, and helping the company maintain strong cash flows. The role is for someone who has a strong understanding of GAAP and good research skills. Will be responsible for ensuring that all financial systems requests for reports, information support, training, and system enhancements are responded to in a timely and professional manner. Supports finance staff in resolving critical close issues. Assists with general ledger account and program reconciliations and researches issues for external and government compliance audits.

• Adheres to a tight general ledger month-end close process.
• Records monthly journal entries accurately.
• Prepare and generate critical month end allocations and/or advices.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger account balances monthly, to include all intra-company payables and receivables.
• Focus on process improvements over the general close and intra-company process.
• Reconciles and analyzes balance sheet accounts in compliance with a strict deadline.
• Assists with internal control evaluations to include modifying and documenting accounting control procedures.
• Conduct investigations and resolve critical month end complex reconciliations.
• Provide support to compliance and auditors, including significant research, data mining/reports, and resolution of finance systems questions as required.
• Performs other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.
• Assist the Cost and General Ledger Manager on projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.
• Minimum 0-3 years' related experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Must be a US citizen.

Requirements

• CPA designation (desired).
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles (desired).
• Government contracting experience (desired).

Skills & Technology Used

• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:
  • Possesses critical thinking skills to synthesize scenarios and diverse perspectives to problem solving.
  • Demonstrated statistical and quantitative skills. Able to quickly analyze and integrate information from relevant and sometimes disparate sources.
  • Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Business/Financial Acumen:
  • Effectively review and analyze accounting/financial statements/documents, records and reports.
  • Able to provide specialized or general analysis support in various accounting functions.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize, strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Business Partner/Effective Communicator:
  • Excellent communicator, both orally and in writing.
  • Proficient at managing time. Remain flexible to shifting of priorities. May work under time pressures.
  • Keen sense of prioritization with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaboration and Teamwork/Influence:
  • Build relationships and communicate effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders.
  • Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and retains constructive working relationships within the group.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Software:
  • Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
  • IFS.
  • SAP.
  • Personal computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage.
• Retirement plan.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid time off, including holidays.
• Learning and Development resources.
• Employee assistance resources.