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Contractor (Accounting)

Contractor (Accounting)

RIT Solutions, Inc.Warrenton, VA, United States
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job title : - Contractor (Accounting)

Location : Hybrid in Vienna, VA

Description : Responsibilities :

  • Perform accounting activities to include review and analysis of financial statements, ledgers, reconciliations, and associated accounts to ensure accurate application of industry standards.
  • Perform monthly close activities to include reviewing and monitoring entries to the Trial Balance, Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts and posting of adjustments.
  • Perform account reconciliation, analytics and variance analysis, and provide sufficient supporting documentation.
  • Apply broad knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Accounting Standard Codification (ASC) in the preparation of financial statements.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and ASC by applying accounting standards in the preparation of NFCR financial statements.
  • Identify simplifying assumptions and accounting methods and instances of incorrect application of GAAP / ASC; quantify the impact and recommend solutions.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis to identify, isolate and resolve discrepancies, and contribute to quality control and process improvement.
  • Investigate, resolve and / or escalate complex discrepancies, data entry errors and out of balance situations; prepare and present recommendations for immediate action or proposals for policy changes to prevent losses.
  • Perform research to assist with responses to inquiries from internal / external auditors.
  • Perform variance analysis and generate reports including associated justification.
  • Apply broad and specialized knowledge of and experience with financial accounting and management, including a thorough understanding of techniques used in analyzing and reporting financial information.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

  • Significant experience in public or private accounting applying complex accounting treatments and resolving complex accounting issues.
  • Experience researching technical accounting issues and making recommendations for the application and implementation of accounting principles.
  • Significant experience and proficiency with data querying, researching and reporting.
  • Experience working on complex projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to present findings and conclusions clearly and concisely.
  • Advanced knowledge of PC applications to include Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
  • Certified Public Accountant designation and five years of progressive and relevant experience.
  • Advanced skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Advanced analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Expert skill maintaining accuracy with attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated skill validating accuracy and applicability of underlying data.
  • Demonstrated skill in presenting complex financial information clearly and concisely.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field or the equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
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