Accountant CPA

ALTA IT Services - Vienna, VA

Full-time

Vienna, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Accountant position at ALTA IT Services involves performing a variety of accounting activities, including the review and analysis of financial statements, ledgers, and reconciliations. The role is crucial for ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Accounting Standard Codification (ASC), as well as contributing to quality control and process improvement within the financial reporting process. This position requires a strong analytical background and the ability to work collaboratively on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting activities including review and analysis of financial statements, ledgers, reconciliations, and associated accounts.
• Conduct monthly close activities, reviewing and monitoring entries to the Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, and Income Statement accounts.
• Perform account reconciliation, analytics, and variance analysis, providing sufficient supporting documentation.
• Apply knowledge of GAAP and ASC in the preparation of financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and ASC in the preparation of NFCR financial statements.
• Identify simplifying assumptions and accounting methods, quantifying impacts and recommending solutions for incorrect applications of GAAP/ASC.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to identify, isolate, and resolve discrepancies, contributing to quality control and process improvement.
• Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies, data entry errors, and out of balance situations, preparing recommendations for immediate action or policy changes.
• Perform research to assist with responses to inquiries from internal/external auditors.
• Generate variance analysis reports with associated justification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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 including 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 equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.