Summary of The Position:
The Accountant is responsible for conducting the theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining and analyzing data and records of financial transactions. They respond to inquiries and assist in trainings, maintain general ledger accounts, support sub-ledgers and produce various accounting reports. The accountant participates in various accounting projects including external or internal audits, system upgrades, changes to accounting processes or procedures and other projects, as assigned.
Essential Functions:
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Applies accounting principles and practices to all range of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and/or other fiscal functions.
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Provides support for field programs which include conducting live meeting training on financial systems and processes.
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Works with all groups across the organization to help them understand the financial aspects of their departments and country offices..
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Assists in the review and consolidation of the organizations monthly financial reports for month end, year end and special reporting needs.
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Prepare monthly account reconciliations and account analysis
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Assists in various financial analysis projects.
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Reconciles sub recipients with the General Ledger accounts.
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Reviews inter department cash requests and journal entries.
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Assists with internal and external audit request.
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Prepares field office risk assessment reports.
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Independently applies accounting principles and practices to a variety of accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and/or other fiscal functions.
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Work may include: account report preparation and reconciliation, development, and implementation of control systems for determining and distributing costs, working with administrators to develop and operate accounting systems, examination of a variety of accounting documents to verify conformance with internal policies and external accounting standards.
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Prepares reports and statements requiring interpretation and analysis.
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Assist in system updates as needed.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Independently interpret and apply thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).
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Apply thorough knowledge of applicable information technology to perform the accounting duties.
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Compile, monitor, examine, and audit various moderately complex financial statements / reports / accounts or budget codes for accuracy, integrity, and conformance to accounting and program guidelines.
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Identify substantive issues and thoroughly and accurately research and analyze them.
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May design data collection, reporting tools and financial models.
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Prepare, disseminate, and interpret financial reports.
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Evaluate systems of control and recommend improvements/changes.
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Prepare written and/or technical products which convey concise, comprehensive, and accurate findings and conform to guidelines; provide appropriate documentation to support conclusions; may review and edit the work of others.
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Ability to establish effective working relationships that foster organizational success.
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Modify delivery, language, or content to account for the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Position Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field. In lieu of a degree an equivalent combination of education, training and relevant work experience is required.
Preferred Job-related Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience in a public accounting firm or a large company. Minimum of five (5) years of Government contracting experience. Experience with processing of accounts payable from start to finish, travel expense reporting review and processing. Minimum of four (4) years of Costpoint experience in modules to include but not limited to, Accounts Payable, Billings and General Ledger.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Strong Excel skills. Travel expense review and processing. Problem solver and takes initiative. Excellent attention to detail.
Physical Expectations:
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Typical office environment.
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Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
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Ability to lift or move 5-15 lbs.; or 2.26 – 6.8kg.
Travel Requirements:
Expected travel time is 10% for this position.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned with or without notice.
FHI Clinical, Inc. and its subsidiary and affiliate companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.