Accountant

Job description

Accountant

Southern Charm and World-Class Sophistication…

The Community - Atlanta, GA

In Atlanta, fine dining, shopping and rich history combine with inspiration-inducing attractions to create a city with Southern charm and world-class sophistication. Atlanta has been dubbed everything from the "capital of the new South" and "the next international city" to "the best place to do business". Fueled by the prosperity of local mega companies like Client and Holiday Inn, the prestige of hosting the 1996 Summer Olympic Games and the energy of young upwardly mobile types who have migrated to the city in droves - Atlanta is on fire. And this time it's a good thing. From world-class restaurants and a myriad of cultural attractions to a hip nightlife and sporting events galore, the city is cosmopolitan in every sense of the word. But Atlanta has also managed to maintain its historic character. Whether you choose modern urban endeavors or old southern pleasures, Atlanta will not disappoint.

Requirements (Duties Include But Are Not Limited)

Daily review, prepare, reconcile and analyzes accounting records and documentation and financial reports by applying methods of accounting

Assists in development of financial projections and forecasts.

Maintain detailed cash management records as follows: future cash commitments, collection, and wire transfer disbursements

Control and prepare daily reconciliation statements for all banks and credit cards follow up on all reconciling items

Post daily cash activities

Monitors, reviews and verifies accounting records and transactions for accuracy, timeliness and adequacy of supporting documentation.

Ensures compliance with internal policies, agency rules and regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles.

Reviews and analyzes reports for accuracy prior to distribution.

Clarifies or researches issues as necessary.

Provides input for the development of accounting applications, reports, forms, records and documented procedures.

Review Check Requests for proper GL coding, vendor identification, association identification, invoice number, invoice date and amounts as shown on invoices.

Review data input, balance and post AP batches.

Apply payments to the appropriate customer accounts in a timely, accurate manner while adhering to cash application policies and procedures

Research and resolve auto-post payment exceptions and unsupported payments for proper posting daily

Identify and report root causes for disputed/ short paid invoices and collaborate with internal departments to expedite and resolve

Diligently process travel arrangements

Diligently process purchase orders (Daily)

Process payroll

Escalate major collection issues with Management that require special attention/support

Create SOP for best business practices

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Government Experience

Understands sub-contracting arena (government or commercial)

Familiar with government invoicing systems (ex. WAWF)

Knowledge of government labor category pricing

Understand DCAA Compliance

Accountabilities

Checks figures and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes

Classifies, records, and summarizes numerical and financial data using journals and ledgers or computers

Maintains accounts, ledgers, journals, files, blanket requisitions, reports and other documentation for departmental or company accounts

Determines current financial balances to produce schedules, summary reports, trial balances, income statements, and/or financial statements in accordance with accounting methods

Reconciles accounts to the company financial system

Performs one or more specialized accounting duties including, but not limited to, monitoring receivables, collecting past-due accounts, controlling cash or negotiable items and related inventory procedures.

Primary lead on the monthly invoicing from 3/4 distinct systems, and reconciling revenue to source systems

Primary lead on daily A/R and A/P duties and transactions

Processing payroll

Communicate with customers regarding billing discrepancies and questions

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

5+ years of G/L accounting, accounts payable, and receivables

Expert in QuickBooks online

Advance Microsoft Excel and word skills

Strong knowledge of consolidations and financial statement preparation is required

Government contracting experience preferred

Core Competencies

Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to supplement data.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds well to questions; Contributes thoughts, ideas and suggestions.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and solicits feedback.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Sets goals and objectives.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

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Worksite address

kennesaw, GA, 30156, US

Who can apply

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