Project Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Performs basic or routine daily accounting functions as they relate to financial transactions, payroll procedures, and preparation of reports and analyses. Establishes and maintains accurate, detailed financial records. Works closely with multiple teams and requires strong communication skills, as well as a proficient understanding of US GAAP.

• Assists team with day-to-day accounting transactions and participates in the month-end closing process.
• Responsible for interpreting government contracts and setting up project data in Deltek Costpoint accurately and in a timely manner.
• Performs basic financial reconciliations of subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Supports in preparation of monthly management report and accompanying schedules, worksheets and narratives.
• Assists with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.
• Responsible for various special projects as assigned by Accounting management.
• Conducts special studies and performs basic analysis of financial reports and records.
• Assists with verifying the accuracy of accounting/financial data and investigates discrepancies.
• Reviews, coordinates and provides documentation to support various internal and external audit requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• Pursing a Certified Public Accountants License preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in Accounting.

Other Job Specific Skills

• Basic understanding of general accounting principles (GAAP) required. Experience with Cost Accounting Standards, and Federal Acquisition Regulations preferred.
• Knowledge of financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience utilizing Deltek Costpoint and Cognos a plus.
• Basic understanding of revenue recognition.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well with a team and independently with limited supervision.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to think quickly and be proactive.

Disclaimers

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.