Senior Accountant

Robert Half • Mclean, VA • 3h ago

Description

My client is hiring a Senior Accountant with experience in government contracting to help drive accurate financial reporting, strong compliance, and contract performance. If you enjoy analytical work, improving processes, and being part of a high-performing team, they want to meet you! Position is a hybrid role!

Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee government contract accounting activities, including revenue recognition, billing, and cost allocation.

Ensure compliance with government accounting standards for all contract-related financial transactions.

Prepare and analyze financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Generate project-level financial reports to track revenue, costs, and profitability.

Participate in month-end and year-end close, including account reconciliations and journal entries.

Review and analyze general ledger transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Reconcile cash disbursements, payroll, customer accounts, and other key financial accounts; support accounts receivable collections.

Verify and process accounts payable invoices, ensuring proper coding and timely payments.

Assist external auditors by preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and supporting audit inquiries.

Provide financial and business analysis to support senior management decision-making.

Assist in budgeting, cost analysis, and forecasting activities as needed.

Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Advanced quantitative and qualitative analytical abilities.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software; ERP experience preferred.

Skilled in financial analysis, cost accounting, and budgeting processes.

Familiarity with data analytics or visualization tools is a plus.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.

3-5 years of experience as a Senior Staff Accountant

CPA certification preferred but not required.

All interested applicants, please contact me via LinkedIn - Nathan Rusli.

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