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Sr. Accountant

Sr. Accountant

Workforce GeneticsRichmond, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About Us :

The VA Bio+Tech Park is a dynamic life sciences innovation center dedicated to accelerating biotech startups, translational research, and collaboration across industry, academia, and healthcare. As a start-up innovation hub, we offer shared lab space, equipment, and programming to help scientists and entrepreneurs bring cutting-edge ideas to life.

Position Summary :

Activation Capital is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support the Vice President of Finance & Operations for the Virginia Biotechnology Research Partnership Authority and the Virginia Biotechnology Research Park Corporation.

The Senior Accountant will manage day-to-day accounting operations and assist with the preparation and analysis of financial statements. They will ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards, often playing a key role in month-end and year-end close processes. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Payroll and Benefits Administration :
  • Process semi-monthly payroll and fringe benefits accounting using QuickBooks Time and QuickBooks Diamond Assisted Payroll.
  • Oversee employee benefits onboarding and open enrollment.
  • Month-End Close :
  • Lead and participate in the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
  • Financial Reporting :
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulations.
  • General Ledger Management :
  • Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data.
  • Perform general accounting functions, including journal entries.
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable :
  • Oversee and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting :
  • Assist with the preparation of budgets and perform variance analysis.
  • Internal Controls :
  • Assess and monitor internal controls, identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • Audits :
  • Lead and participate in financial audits, prepare audit work papers, and interact with auditors.
  • Special Projects :
  • Participate in special accounting projects, such as system implementations or process improvements.

Skills and Qualifications :

  • Education :
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a comparable alternative.
  • Experience :
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with experience in a senior or supervisory role.
  • Hands-on experience in government, non-profit, and federal grant accounting and reporting preferred.
  • Proficiency in Indirect Cost Rate calculations and submissions is a plus.
  • Technical Skills :
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise, Stampli Accounts Payable, and Excel.
  • Analytical Skills :
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and identify trends.
  • Communication Skills :
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders.
  • Organizational Skills :
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Attention to Detail :
  • A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of accounting work.
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