Junior Accountant
Company | Ardent |
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Location | Vienna, VA, USA |
Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
Type | Full-Time |
Degrees | Bachelor’s |
Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.
- 0-2 years of accounting experience, with preference given to candidates having experience in federal government contracting.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and preferred familiarity with federal financial regulations and standards.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and training, experience, or understanding with general accounting software.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with a strong ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- A proactive team player with a willingness to learn and grow within the organization.
- Due to the nature of the work we support, all candidates in consideration for this role must be U.S. Citizens willing to undergo the government issued background investigation process.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and federal government contracting requirements.
- Perform routine accounting tasks such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and ledger maintenance.
- Support the accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate billing and payment processing.
- Participate in the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including assisting with audits and budget preparation.
- Help maintain internal financial controls and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
- Stay informed of updates and changes in accounting standards, federal regulations, and industry best practices.
- All other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference given to candidates having experience in federal government contracting.