Position Summary
Position is primarily responsible for the billing function for designated accounts and preparation of financial reporting for the Company. Additionally, the position supports the Controller in other day-to-day activities of the Accounting department.
Position Requirements
Bachelors degree in accounting required with 2 – 3 years of general accountant experience; CPA a plus
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Experience with Microsoft Office
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
- Strong prioritization, problem-solving and analytical skills
- Demonstrated abilities of resourcefulness, thinking with good judgment, initiative and a strong work ethic are required
- Highly accountable with the ability to keep financial information confidential
- Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines while demonstrating attention to detail and follow-through on work assigned
- Team player with a desire to promote a positive and harmonious work environment
Position Responsibilities
Demonstrates behavior expected of a professional member of the organization, including but not limited to:
- Generates billing in conjunction with account teams for designated accounts; assures invoice accuracy, interim revenue recognition and project close out
- Prepares monthly fee reconciliations for all retainer fees
- Ensures timely A/R collection for designated accounts
- Processes cash receipts
- Prepares journal entries for general ledger including payroll, prepaid assets and fixed assets
- Assists in preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with applicable reporting requirements
- Prepares monthly reports for partners, departments and account teams
- Assists with the preparation and support of budget and forecast activities
- Assists with financial audit preparation and coordination of the audit process
- Reviews jobs to determine if they are subject to sales tax
- Prepares monthly sales and use tax filing
- Assists in the maintenance of the accounting system including vendor, client and account team adds and updates
- Performs back-up support for other accounting roles including but not limited to payroll, A/P and fixed assets
- Makes recommendations for process improvements to accounting systems. Assists in documenting accounting processes
- Reviews and reconciles work to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Actively participates in cross-functional team meetings as necessary
- Continuously looks for ways to improve workflow, efficiency and to streamline processes and controls
- Provides additional assistance to the Controller as needed
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