Staff Accountant

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Salary: $85,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is looking to add a DYNAMIC FINANCE SPECIALIST TO THEIR TEAM!!

Why join us?

STELLAR BENEFITS
401K
GENEROUS PTO

Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking a seasoned Finance Specialist to join our team in the Government industry. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is looking to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), risk management, managing government grants, annual budget preparation, financial analysis, ledger management, financials, internal controls, debt management, and purchasing. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure compliance with GAAP and other relevant financial regulations and standards.
2. Develop and implement effective risk management strategies to protect the organization's financial well-being.
3. Manage the application, allocation, and reporting of government grants.
4. Prepare the annual budget, including forecasting revenues and expenditures, and present it to the relevant stakeholders.
5. Perform detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and potential areas of improvement.
6. Maintain the ledger and ensure its accuracy and completeness.
7. Prepare and present financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
8. Develop and implement robust internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets and ensure financial integrity.
9. Manage the organization's debt profile, including monitoring debt levels, ensuring timely repayment, and identifying opportunities for refinancing or restructuring.
10. Oversee the purchasing process, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and procurement policies.

Qualifications:

1. A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification (such as CPA, CMA, or CFA) is preferred.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in the government sector.
3. Thorough understanding of GAAP and other relevant financial regulations and standards.
4. Proven experience in risk management, government grant management, budget preparation, financial analysis, ledger management, financial statement preparation, internal control implementation, debt management, and purchasing.
5. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
6. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
7. High level of integrity and professionalism.
8. Proficiency in financial software and MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
9. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
10. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

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