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nARA’s Corporate Accounting Department seeks a passionate and experienced Senior Accountant with strong technical skills, prior audit experience, and a continuous improvement mindset. Our team supports the dedicated employee owners who make Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) the success it is today. We are hiring a Senior Accountant to act as our revenue recognition subject matter expert (ASC 606), ensure quality and streamlined general ledger processes, and support the migration of our financial statement and management reporting from excel, such that it is produced directly from our ERP Systems (Costpoint & Adaptive Planning). We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and delivering timely and accurate financial and management reporting, and audit support to a growing company. We value teamwork, individual and group accountability, and strive for a balanced, enjoyable work environment.
nWhat you’ll do as ARA’s Senior Accountant
nASC 606 Revenue Recognition
nnnOversee revenue recognition for the company, providing high level review, revenue and revenue variance reporting and contract closeout revenue true-up
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nnReview complex multi-element customer contracts, document revenue recognition for these contracts, and ensure proper accounting
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nnEvaluate current revenue recognition practices for large, fixed price contracts and develop and document new procedures for on-line products, software, and commercial sales
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nnProvide clear, documented accounting support for both internal and external (audits) inquiries
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n nFinancial Statement Modernization
nnnSupport transitioning our financial statement and management reporting out of multi-tab Excel workbooks so it can be generated directly from our ERP systems
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nnHelp develop and validate dashboard reports
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nnSupport the deployment of financial statement projections using ARA’s enterprise tools
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n nGeneral Ledger & Financial Accounting
nnnSupport month-end close and year end close processes
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nnPrepare balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and financial disclosures with accuracy and attention to detail
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nnEvaluate the impact of new accounting standards to ensure successful transition and proper reporting
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n nOperational Efficiency
nnnIdentify process bottlenecks, build standardized processes to ensure timely and accurate data, help identify and evaluate AI tools to automate manual accounting workflows
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nnPartner directly with leadership to support daily operational accounting
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n nAudit, Controls & Compliance Support
nnnMaintain strong internal controls and ensure adequate process documentation
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nnProvide comprehensive support for external financial audits, internal audits, and government/customer audits
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nnCollaborate with auditors to provide required data, resolve inquiries, and strengthen audit readiness
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n nSystems Leadership & Process Modernization
nnnSupport system upgrade testing, enhancements, and business system evaluation or migration activities
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nnPartner with IT and functional SMEs to improve workflows, resolve system issues, and drive process automation
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n nSenior Accountant Requirements:
nnnBachelor’s degree in accounting or related field plus 5 – 7 years of experience in accounting or auditing
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nnPrevious experience preparing financial statements utilizing ERP data and reports
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nnExceptional customer service and communication abilities across all organizational levels
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nnAbility to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and maintain compliance with internal and external requirements
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nnExperience conducting or supporting auditors and preparing audit-ready documentation
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nnProfessional, reliable, proactive, and committed to continuous learning and improvement
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nnExcellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
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nnAbility to manage multiple tasks and work under strict deadlines
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n nSenior Accountant Requirements Preferences:
nnnActive CPA or CMA license or passed exam sections
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nnExperience in manufacturing, product sales, or inventory cost accounting
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nnExperience utilizing large ERP systems for data reporting (Costpoint, Workday, Oracle, etc.)
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nnSystem implementation migration experience
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nnFamiliarity with AI tools and automation in financial workflows
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nnPrior exposure to government contracting (FAR/CAS/DCAA)
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nnWorking knowledge of corporate financial planning, reporting & analysis, and costing/profitability methodologies and processes
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n nC ompany & Division Information
nThe ARA Corporate office prides itself on providing excellent customer service and accounting services to a growing and ever-changing organization. We strive to be flexible while ensuring that we comply with government, state, and contract regulations and requirements. We partner with our employees to help them in turn provide exceptional customer service for our customers.
nApplied Research Associates (ARA) ( is a 100% employee-owned technology solutions company with more than 2,300 employee-owners across the United States and Canada. Our dedicated team brings deep technical expertise and a passion for solving complex challenges – creating innovative solutions that protect our safety, security, and way of life. At ARA, every project is an opportunity to exceed expectations. We deliver solutions that not only meet mission objectives but unlock new possibilities for the future.
nHybrid Work Notice: This position is open to candidates seeking either hybrid or remote work. While remote work will be considered, preference will be given to candidates who are available to work in a hybrid capacity in either Albuquerque, NM or Raleigh, NC.
nQualifications
nBehaviors
nRequired
nnDetail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
n nPreferred
nnnThought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
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nnTeam Player: Works well as a member of a group
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nnLoyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
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nnFunctional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
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nnEnthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
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nnDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
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n nMotivations
nRequired
nnFinancial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
n nPreferred
nnnSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
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nnGoal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
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nnFlexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
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nnAbility to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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n nEducation
nRequired
nnBachelor of Arts or better in Accounting
n nLicenses & Certifications
nPreferred
nnCPA
n nExperience
nRequired
nnn3-5 years: Related experience with a master’s degree
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nn5-7 years: Related experience with a bachelor’s degree
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n nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Worksite address
raleigh, NC, 27601, US
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