Accountant

Intelsat · Washington DC

Company

Intelsat

Location

Washington DC

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Your role in helping us shape the future:
The Accountant will perform general accounting activities for assigned functions in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) standards. Activities include: prepare journal entries; document and maintain accounting procedures; assist with support of quarterly and year end audits; prepare monthly and quarterly analysis as well as account reconciliations.
Are you up to the challenge?
  • Support the general accounting process for various functional areas, including Intercompany, Cash, Debt, and other adhering to a strict monthly accounting close schedule
  • Prepare journal entries with referenced supporting documentation in accordance with best practices
  • Conduct account analysis and research to ensure accuracy and understanding of account balances and activity
  • Prepare various reconciliations, schedules, and reports. Use accounting knowledge to provide correcting entries to management for any reconciling items and works to minimize such discrepancies on a go-forward basis
  • Prepare audit packages, as assigned
  • Interact with various levels of staff to obtain information and/or resolve issues for assigned tasks, accounts and/or legal entities
  • Create and/or maintain process documentation and procedures for assigned tasks.
  • Conduct administrative tasks, as assigned, that require coordination across groups and/or functions
  • Provide support on special projects as needed

You should definitely have:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major in accounting or finance
  • One or more year(s) of demonstrated accounting experience
  • Familiarity with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), SEC and other accounting and reporting standards
  • Proficiency with computer, Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills required
  • Strong motivation, initiative, and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

It would be nice if you had:
  • CPA certification or CPA candidate

What it's like to work with us:
Intelsat is connecting the world and transforming the satellite and inflight connectivity landscape by reaching beyond the traditional satellite industry. We are defining new products that will open new, profitable markets. We connect the aviation industry and air travelers with innovative technology and applications, and we do it all in a high-energy environment that welcomes the next challenge. To help us reach this goal, you should be a bold thinker who will perform a key role in shaping Intelsat innovation for years to come.
  • We emphasize personal and professional growth
  • Awesome benefits including DTO, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
  • Flexible work arrangements and Hybrid Work of 3 days per week in office experience
  • Fun, diverse, and inclusive culture

Other Job Info
  • These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
  • Job requires ability to lift up to 20 lbs
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Date Posted

01/29/2023

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