Financial Controller/Accountant

$80,000 - $150,000/Yr

Fiber Network Services - Manassas, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Manassas, VA

101-250 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Financial Controller/Accountant will oversee the accounting operations of Fiber Network Services, Inc., ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and management of accounting staff. This role requires extensive experience in accounting and financial management, with a strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports.
• Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
• Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
• Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
• Summarizes the current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports.
• Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
• Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
• Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Secures financial information by completing database backups.
• Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
• Prepares payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.
• Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
• Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Follows Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Exhibits strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Knows how to use popular accounting software.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting, economics, finance, or a similar major is preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• A minimum of five years' experience in accounting/finance is required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career growth and development