Senior Financial Accountant

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Senior Financial Accountant responsible for billing and financial reporting for Job Corps programs. Collaborating with finance leaders to ensure accurate financial data and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as a primary contributor towards month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
  • Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for various balance sheet and income statement accounts.
  • Prepare monthly invoices supported by audit-ready schedules.
  • Identify aged receivables, follow up with funders, and opine on the collectability of outstanding invoices.
  • Analyze financial data and provide insightful explanations for variances to budget.
  • Function as the primary liaison with APM Group external auditors for assigned areas by preparing and coordinating the delivery of audit schedules.
  • Collaborate with operational leaders to identify spend/profitability risks and opportunities.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff as needed while acting as a financial systems subject matter expert.
  • Implement Internal Control activities, Accounting Policies, and best practices as advised by the US Shared Services Group Reporting team.
  • Prepares ad hoc and special reports as requested by management.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA designation preferred but not required.
  • Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with exposure to public accounting.
  • Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP Business by Design, Concur, Adaptive) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, If Statements, Sumifs, VLOOKUPs, advanced formulas).
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate financial information.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Professional development opportunities