Staff Accountant, Arlington,
Arlington, VA , United States
International Relief & Development (IRD)
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Summary:
The Staff Accountant will perform accounting transactions and financial reporting and analysis for the Accounting department. The following duties apply:
Essential Job Functions:
- Month-end closing including:
- Completion of assigned closing process tasks including but not limited to balance sheet, segment, and cost center reviews
- Journal entry preparation
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts
- Preparation and analysis of quarterly and year-end audit schedules
- Assist accounting managers and senior director with obtaining an understanding and presenting resolutions for the accounting of new and/or non-routine business transactions
- Assist accounting managers and senior director with accounting and reporting for contracts
- Assist in performing the research and accounting for revenue recognition cutoff, revenue analytics and studies
- Ad hoc analysis for technical accounting and other projects as assigned
Required Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience;
- 1-5 years’ relevant work experience;
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Advanced degree and/or certification desired;
- Strong analytical skills, problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
- Interest and ability to creatively streamline activities;
- Highly self-motivated and directed;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues. Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team;
- Proven ability to provide timely and accurate financial reports;
- Must be flexible, willing to perform other duties, work effectively at a rapid pace, and work irregular hours;
- Tactfulness, enthusiasm towards assigned tasks, good human relationship skills, integrity, honesty, and the ability to work under pressure to accomplish work tasks within assigned time periods.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work in normal office conditions.