International Staffing Consultants, Inc.
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Accountant – General and Cost Accounting
Groton, CT
IDj-42714Posted 4/26/2024
We are seeking an experienced full-time Accountant to become an important part of a rapidly growing team for our headquarters. This position reports to the Controller and is responsible for applying general principles of accounting, reviewing and analyzing financial information, and preparing financial reports; while being thorough, meticulous, and accurate. Some work-from-home flexibility may be considered.
 
We are a growing research and development organization that works on cutting-edge technologies to address difficult national security needs.
This position will help us in our mission to provide our customers with the best overall value through both technical and administrative excellence, and successful candidates will help us maintain a high level of rigor and organizational agility.
 
Qualifications:
 
  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting is required. Studies focused in Cost Accounting is preferred.
  • The candidate should have 2-5 years of accounting experience preferably working for a Department of Defense contractor.
  • Strong MS Office skills. Experience using Deltek Costpoint cost accounting software is a plus.
  • The candidate must also be an analytical thinker that can handle a fast-paced demanding workload.
  • Excellent verbal communication, planning, and time management skills.
 
Job Functions and Responsibilities:
 
  • Expected to perform a variety of general accounting functions along with assisting in accounts payable and fixed asset reporting.
  • Monitor and review financial transactions and activities for assigned accounts.
  • Prepare monthly and annual reconciliations and financial reports to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and established policies and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate records of inventory, fixed assets, and other financial data.
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain and reconcile accounts.
  • Assist in the preparation of various special reports as directed.
  • Maintain accounting controls and audit documents.
  • Participate in special projects, team training, and development.
  • Assist in the processing of accounts payable and review proper accounting treatment for all transactions.
  • Assist with the development, review, and updating of accounting policies, procedures, checklists, and related documentation concerning assigned functions and responsibilities.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required
 
 
Qualifications
 
  • Bachelors Degree in Accounting is required. Studies focused in Cost Accounting is preferred.
  • The candidate should have 2-5 years of accounting experience preferably working for a Department of Defense contractor.
  • Strong MS Office skills. Experience using Deltek Costpoint cost accounting software is a plus.
  • The candidate must also be an analytical thinker that can handle a fast-paced demanding workload.
  • Excellent verbal communication, planning, and time management skills.
 
Job Functions and Responsibilities:
 
  • Expected to perform a variety of general accounting functions along with assisting in accounts payable and fixed asset reporting.
  • Monitor and review financial transactions and activities for assigned accounts.
  • Prepare monthly and annual reconciliations and financial reports to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and established policies and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate records of inventory, fixed assets, and other financial data.
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain and reconcile accounts.
  • Assist in the preparation of various special reports as directed.
  • Maintain accounting controls and audit documents.
  • Participate in special projects, team training, and development.
  • Assist in the processing of accounts payable and review proper accounting treatment for all transactions.
  • Assist with the development, review, and updating of accounting policies, procedures, checklists, and related documentation concerning assigned functions and responsibilities.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required
 
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