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Senior Accountant 16748546
Fairfax, VASenior Accountant, General Ledger
Location: Fairfax, VA (onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Reports to: Controller
Supervises Others: No
Position Overview:
The Senior Accountant, General Ledger will support a variety of accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This role is responsible for day-to-day general ledger entries and reconciliations, as well as month-end and year-end closing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Benefits:
Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
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Location: Fairfax, VA (onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Reports to: Controller
Supervises Others: No
Position Overview:
The Senior Accountant, General Ledger will support a variety of accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This role is responsible for day-to-day general ledger entries and reconciliations, as well as month-end and year-end closing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, general ledger, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
- Perform monthly reconciliations of various general ledger accounts to ensure timely and accurate period close; review team member reconciliations and support associated journal entries
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Lead and support monthly and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and applicable government contract terms (T&M, CPFF, FFP)
- Apply and monitor indirect cost rates (Fringe, Overhead, G&A, etc.) in alignment with provisional billing rates and Incurred Cost Submissions (ICS)
- Assist in preparation of Incurred Cost Submission
- Research and support the resolution of variances and discrepancies identified during transaction processing and reconciliations
- Assist with the preparation of year-end audit workpapers and tax filings
- Reconcile and maintain the general ledger, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and classified
- Ensure compliance with FAR, CAS, company policies, and internal controls
- Assist in the preparation of tax returns, including sales tax, income tax, and other state and local filings
- Ensure that the payroll system and accounting systems are properly integrated and aligned
- Assist in the development and implementation of new financial processes
- Perform other duties as required or requested by management
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience/combined education)
- At least 6 years of experience in accounting and payroll, with a focus on senior-level responsibilities
- Experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP)
- Experience with accounting principles, tax laws, and payroll regulations
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Microsoft Navision/Business Central
- Experience with Concur
- Payroll certifications (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional) and/or CPA designation are a plus
Benefits:
Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic and voluntary life insurance with AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Ancillary benefits (accident, critical illness, hospital, pet insurance)
- Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, DCFSA)
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Parental, pregnancy, and military leave
- Potential annual bonus
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