Manages multiple accounting functions, including responsibility for preparation and issuance of reports and statistics reflecting financial results. As well as administer approved accounting practices throughout the organization to ensure that financial and operating reports accurately reflect the condition of the business and provide reliable information necessary to control operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages staff in one or more accounting areas.
Test, install, modify and maintain accounting systems.
Manage the proper distribution of charges to all accounts and contracts.
Responsible for the preparation and issuance of financial statements, tax reports and other internal and external reports as required.
Manage the proper distribution of charges to all accounts and contracts.
Interface with MIS departments and other internal departments supporting financial systems.
Interface with government, corporate and private auditors on a regular basis.
Has a knowledge base which is recognized as 'expert' level within the Finance unit. Is well- versed in the interrelationship between work units. Has breadth of knowledge about business in general, the industry and the company's services.
Make modifications to existing procedures or systems as necessary.
Position may require travel.
Perform all related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
Work experience may be considered in lieu of college degree.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of job-related experience is required.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Advanced written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications; organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required.
Must have excellent computer, interpersonal, problem solving, and oral and written communication skills.
Must be customer service focused.
Must have intermediate knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation and have advanced math skills.
Must be able to work efficiently alone and as a team member.
Must be able to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Must have working knowledge of MS Office programs to include; Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
Knowledge of Costpoint, OnPoint and Cognos programs a plus.
