Sr. Accountant

Description If you're in the market for an accounting role in the Arlington, Virginia area, submit an application for Robert Half's open Senior Accountant position. Looking to enhance your career and your knowledge? Work for a company that's growing. Apply now, as this role needs to be filled instantly. This is a long-term contract opportunity.Major responsibilities

Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments

Other projects as required

Achieve compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures and controls by working with business partners

Analyze financial results (benchmarks, trends, performance metrics)

Manage monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP

Arrange monthly consolidated P& L and Balance Sheet flux analysis for management reporting

Compose Balance Sheet account reconciliations

Organize quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors

Continually improve the automation of the accounting and reporting process

Requirements

Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines

Self-driven motivator who takes initiative on projects with a strong ability to understand and solve creative challenges

Government Grants experience highly desired

Proficiency in journal entries

Financial Statement Audits experience preferred

General ledger experience

Adeptness in Microsoft Dynamics SL

Month end closings experience

BA/BS in Accounting, CPA credentials are desired

Be detailed, flexible, and organized

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are a must

Ability to work well with functional department managers

5+ years of overall general accounting experience

Efficient in ERP systems

Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment a plus

Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail

Aptitude for analyzing financial data and generating accurate reports in a timely manner

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https:///www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .