Accountant

Job Details

Job Location

CIS Corporate Offices - Ashburn, VA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage

Negligible

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Accounting

Description

Key Responsibilities:

Bank Reconciliation:

Reconcile and analyze all bank accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies, identifying and correcting errors as necessary.

Maintain up-to-date records of cash transactions and ensure proper classification in the GL.

Accounts Payable (AP):

Process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and other payable transactions.

Verify the accuracy and completeness of supporting documentation for all payables.

Prepare and process payments to vendors in a timely and accurate manner.

Assist in resolving any AP-related inquiries and discrepancies.

General Ledger (GL):

Assist in maintaining the general ledger, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial records.

Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations to support the month-end and year-end closing processes.

Contribute to the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

Collaborate with the senior accountant to analyze and report on financial data.

Financial Reporting:

Assist in the preparation of various financial reports as required by management.

Provide data and information necessary for budgeting and forecasting processes.

Compliance and Documentation:

Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations.

Maintain organized and accurate financial records for audit and tax purposes.

Process Improvement:

Actively seek opportunities to streamline and improve AP, GL, and bank reconciliation processes.

Recommend and implement process enhancements as appropriate.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Must be US Citizen

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

Previous accounting or finance internship or work experience is a plus.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment.