Responsibilities:

• Provide expertise in both GAAP accounting and grant accounting standards.
• Provide full-service accounting support for small and medium-sized businesses.
• Review journal entries and financial reports prepared by Staff Accountants.
• Prepare depreciation schedules, accrued revenue, journal entries, and other schedules.
• Ensure client’s internal controls are implemented correctly and operating as intended.
• Provide monthly financial reports and analysis to clients.
• Support Clients’ government grant accounting reporting needs.
• Guide clients through the process to draw funds from awarding agencies.
• Guide clients in the preparation of their Accounting Policies & Procedures Manuals.
• Support clients through financial statement and regulatory audits.
• Contribute to educational resources and professional development opportunities to facilitate continual professional growth within the Accounting team.

Core Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of the steps in the monthly accounting cycle.
• Excellent organizational skills with a focus on meeting deadlines.
• Able to convey complex accounting and grant compliance concepts clearly and concisely to clients without an accounting background.
• A focus on excellent client service.
• Adaptable to changing priorities.
• Desire for continuous learning and feedback.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Requirements:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) [Preferred but not required]
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting
• Experience in a client-facing accounting role
• Bachelor’s Degree is required