Senior accounting analyst job description

• Experience with DOD financial systems or ERP systems to analyze, report and enhance DOD financial processes and systems.
• Communication skills to effectively brief and apprise senior level officials regarding the status of financial conditions and senior level initiatives. (DAR-Q, Status of Funds, Un-Matched Transactions (UMTs), Unliquidated Obligations (ULOs) Notice of Findings Recommendations -NFR, Corrective Action Plans-CAPs, Contract Closeout, IDOCs, etc.)
• Knowledge of various DOD appropriations pertaining to Defense Health Systems, Defense Health Program or O&M, R&D and Procurement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of various financial or external feeder systems, GFEBS, GCSS-Army, FCM, IPAC, MOCAS, DTS, AXOL, ATAAPS, DMLSS, Power-track, DCAS, WAWF, EDA, etc.) Advanced GFEBS knowledge is preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity pertaining to entering accounting transaction codes (MIPRs, SPS PRs, FMY1, FMAVCR02) and pertaining to commitments, obligation, expenses, and disbursements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Department of Defense Financial Management Regulations (DODFMR).
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, Power-point, etc.)

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related major

Experience: 8 - 10 Years

Security: Secret

Location: Hybrid - DHA HQ, Falls Church, VA, 3 days a week

MDC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MDC Human Resources.

In compliance with President Biden’s Executive Order 14042 and the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force COVID-19 Workplace Safety: Guidance for Federal Contractors and Subcontractors, MDC requires all employees to follow the prevailing guidance at the time of hire.

MDC is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within MDC.

Pavement Recycling Systems is the Western United States premier provider of Recycling Solutions to reclaim, preserve, and rehabilitate pavement at any stage. Becoming a team member of PRS introduces you to a unique culture of employee ownership and empowerment to grow and succeed in your career. We create an environment in which all employees develop and contribute to their full potential and we recognize and reward outstanding results.

The role of the Senior Accounting Analyst is to support all aspects of operational decision making by providing timely and accurate analysis of financial and non-financial data to operational business unit managers and executive team members. Accomplished through regularly scheduled delivery of periodic financial analysis and ad hoc analysis based on business needs. The Senior Accounting Analyst will learn the operational needs of the business and apply their unique financial and technical perspective to delivering insight about the results of operations and assist in developing business plans, budgets and forecasts that support the goals of the business.
Primary Responsibilities

Regularly collaborate with other leaders and managers within the business on a project specific basis Prepare journal entries by maintaining records, files and reconciling key accounts in addition to participating in month end close process Provide accounting support for mergers and acquisition by reviewing financial information, converting data to general ledger system obtaining supplementary information for preparing financial statements Utilize technological acumen and be comfortable working with and manipulating vast amounts of data Collaborate with IT to gain access to data needed to create analysis and develop methodologies to capture data needed for demands of the business including participating in developing policies and procedures required to capture and collect technical and financial data Interface with the senior team leaders to understand business needs, and develop and communicate solutions Other duties as assigned


Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Knowledge of accounting process, month end close and generally accepted accounting principles Must possess excellent analytical skills Ability to work independently or in a team to accomplish goals and objectives of a given project and function as a trusted go to advisor of the business and expected to hold their self to the highest ethical and professional standards The ability to problem solve, communicate clearly, manage quality, and improves processes is required. Experience with one or more FP&A platforms is desirable Strong MS Excel and MS Office skills Experience with Power BI and Vena Software Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude Analytical thinker with an ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve complex problems Strong presence with the ability to interact with Senior Leadership Knowledge of database and data warehouse structures, data extraction and transformation methods.


Education and Experience


A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience 4-7 years' experience in financial analysis including budgeting, planning, forecasting, modeling, financial reporting, and data analysis in addition to accounting acumen


Work Environment


Works normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday most of the time. Extends working hours into evenings and weekends during seasonal busy times. Spends time in a climate controlled office setting looking a computer screens and keyboarding. Travel occasionally required, about 10%


Continuing Education Requirements


Pavement Recycling Systems strongly supports and encourages personal and professional development by providing company paid continuing education opportunities relevant to the business objectives of each position. Continuing education delivery methods include live seminars, webinars, on demand webinars, self-study courses, professional and user conferences as well as other approved opportunities.

The continuing education expectation for this position is 40 hours per year.


Why Join


ESOP Retirement Benefits are extended to all employees with participation after one year of service. A typical discretionary annual company contribution can range from 10% to 15% of your annual salary. 401K Retirement Benefits are extended Health, Dental, and Vision as well as other supplemental health insurance. PTO Holiday Pay Opportunities for career advancement On the job training provided to all employees Work for an industry leader in various disciplines and markets


Physical Requirements


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

We are an equal opportunity employer and give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Are you ready for an exciting professional challenge?
Do you love learning how to build things from scratch while honing your Accounting skills? Are you looking for a role experience that isn't like any other company? We have a team looking for exactly that kind of person.

Groupon is an experiences marketplace that brings people more ways to get the most out of their city or wherever they may be. By enabling real-time mobile commerce across local businesses, live events and travel destinations, Groupon helps people find and discover experiences-big and small, new and familiar-that make for a full, fun and rewarding life. Groupon helps local businesses grow and strengthen customer relationships-resulting in strong, vibrant communities. Even with thousands of employees spread across multiple continents, we still maintain a culture that inspires innovation, rewards risk-taking and celebrates success.

At Groupon, Accounting isn't your typical month-end close type of department. While the heart of our day-to-day work is providing financial information to the business, that's only the tip of the iceberg. We're building out financial systems and processes to support every new business line and product, so our Technical Accounting team gets a granular view and understanding of how a business is crafted from the ground up. The knowledge to gain is vast, as is the potential of our organization to continue growing.

The Corporate Accounting team is responsible for assessing the accounting treatment for material transactions across the company as well as identifying processes that can be standardized and streamlined.

We're a "best of both worlds" kind of company. We're big enough to have resources and scale, but small enough that a single person has a surprising amount of autonomy and can make a meaningful impact. We're curious, fun, a little intense, and kind of obsessed with helping local businesses thrive. Does that sound like a compelling place to work?

Responsibilities:
Work closely with other departments such as Finance, HR, Legal, and Engineering on understanding accounting implications of various complex accounting workstreams including stock-based compensation, capitalized software and cloud computing, intangible assets, and other significant transactions and initiatives across the Company.Execute month-end close activities including review and preparation of journal entries and reconciliations.Review and prepare 10-Q and 10-K footnote support which will be audited.Perform tasks in a SOX-controlled environment Research technical accounting issues to ensure compliance with Company policy and GAAP guidance on various areas and prepare related white-paper documentation.Facilitate the process of implementing new standards and accounting changes to ensure the Company is prepared to comply at the necessary time.Work strategically to further automate processes.Assist with ad-hoc questions raised from the business to assess the relevant accounting implications.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA is a plus Minimally 3 years of relevant accounting experience, supervisory experience is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Sound understanding of US GAAPThe ability to multi-task and play key roles in several projects Detail-oriented with a penchant for preparing meticulously accurate work Enthusiastic, adaptable, and see challenges as an opportunity to grow You're comfortable with MS Office, with Excel being your secret favorite Desire to join a collaborative but driven Accounting department Netsuite experience is a plus

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Groupon's purpose is to build strong communities through thriving small businesses. To learn more about the world's largest local ecommerce marketplace, click here for the latest Groupon news. Plus, be sure to check out the values that shape our culture, guide our strategy and make our company a great place to work. And just don't take our word for it. Hear from real Groupon team members and learn more about our inclusive employee groups. If all of this sounds like something that's a great fit for you, then click apply and let's see where this takes us.