Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with project accounting and government contract compliance regulations
Responsibilities
Prepare and manage daily and month-end close entries
Lead month-end and year-end closing processes
Develop understanding of client accounting operations and software
Assist external auditors with necessary documentation
Recommend and implement internal controls and procedures
Interact with clients for accounting needs
Supervise lower-level accounting staff
Benefits
Flexible work environment with hybrid remote options
Opportunity for professional development and leadership
Exposure to diverse accounting practices across multiple clients
Work directly with clients in a collaborative setting
Potential for CPA sponsorship for continued education
Full Job Description
4324 Senior Accountant 4324 | US Citizen
Job Description:
GENERAL DUTIES:
Prepares day-to-day and month-end close entries including revenue, payroll, prepaid expenses, unbilled accounts receivable, and accrued liabilities.
Prepares complex reconciliations for necessary balance sheet accounts and various other general ledger accounts, as needed.
Lead/prepare month-end and year-end closing processes.
Develops and maintains an understanding of the accounting operations within each assigned client. Obtains a working knowledge of the client's accounting software packages. Responsible for recommending and enforcing the internal controls, policies, and procedures established by the client.
Assists external auditors and tax accountants at year- end with preparing schedules, providing explanations of supporting materials and procedures, and preparing any other necessary data.
Assists in preparation of the client's year-end 1099 submissions.
Recommends, designs, and implements any necessary department controls and procedures.
Interacts with client as needed.
Supervise/manage lower level staff
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (Required)
Full Cycle Accounting
Utmost discretion, strong ethics
Minimum 5 years' experience in the accounting field
Strong understanding of Accounting Principles, knowledge of GAAP
Advanced understanding of general and subsidiary ledgers and financial statements
Understanding of government contract compliance regulations found in the FAR, CAS, etc.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Extremely detail orientated with strong analytical skills
Good time management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives and client requirements
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working in a hybrid remote/home environment
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
CPA license preferred
Unanet Accounting System
Project Accounting experience
CLEARANCE:
US Citizenship required
Job Details
City : Bethesda
State : Maryland
About New Jersey Transit
New Jersey Transit Corporation, branded as NJ Transit, is a state-owned public transportation system that serves the US state of New Jersey, along with portions of New York State and Pennsylvania. It operates bus, light rail, and commuter rail services throughout the state, connecting to major commercial and employment centers both within the state and in the adjacent major cities of New York and Philadelphia. NJ Transit also provides bus service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. NJ Transit is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
