SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Job Description

Job Description

L. S. Caldwell & Associates, Inc. (LSC) is a full-service Employment and Contracting Compliance/Business Development firm in Washington, DC. We are urgently seeking a full-time Comptroller to join our team.

The Comptroller will collaborate with executive management and other administrative staff to ensure a high-quality standard of confidentiality, fiduciary management, professionalism, and excellence in economic management.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Review and prepare monthly general ledger entries by GAAP standards.
• Provide leadership, management, and direction to the Finance functions and assigned staff, including professional development activities, performance evaluations, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses for external entities (e.g., State and Federal reports).
• Assists program staff in developing and complying with program grants and contracts; monitors programs to ensure compliance.
• Create and complete financial reporting systems (daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual).
• Perform duties that include exercising professional judgment in formulating or assisting in developing policies and procedures.
• Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
• Prepare budgets by establishing schedules, collecting, analyzing, consolidating financial data, and recommending plans.
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements by studying existing and new legislations, anticipating the financial impact of future legislations, advising management on needed actions, and enforcing adherence to requirements.
• Coordinate internal audit program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• CPA designation is preferred but not required.
• 8-10 years of accounting experience, with at least two years in a senior or lead role.
• Experience in monthly financial statement closing and budgeting is required.
• Advanced Knowledge of QuickBooks Pro/Quick books online, Proficient in the use of the MS Office suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience in Federal Financial reporting. Federal Accounting experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficient in the use of the MS Office suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to occasionally work extra hours to meet deadlines.
• GAAP Certification Required.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Meticulous with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
• I have a continuous improvement mindset, focusing on enhancing processes and procedures. I have extensive knowledge of Government contracts and accounting practices.

 

As a Comptroller, you will prepare and analyze financial statements and reports, validating appropriate disclosures and developing supplemental content for management and external stakeholders such as auditors, tax preparers, and government agencies. This senior role will also guide and coach junior staff and new hires.

 

Additional responsibilities:

• Reviewing and preparing journal entries and other accounting transactions while ensuring general activity is processed following GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for processing employee time and expenses
• Preparing monthly financial statements, footnotes, and associated reconciliations
• Drafting, validating, and adhering to standard operating procedures, identifying gaps, making recommendations, and presenting solutions to address internal control weaknesses.
• Researching and correcting errors and anomalies identified in various financial reports.
• Making presentations to various levels of personnel
• Providing reviews of financial information for accuracy and compliance with standards
• Manage the items provided during the annual audit and assist with any corrective action plans.
• Supporting efforts to review and analyze related business processes and recommending new and innovative solutions.
• Preparing, reviewing, submitting, and briefing on various ad-hoc reports, summaries, and other information to members of management, both internally and client representatives
• Supervising the work of the Staff Accountant, including semi-monthly payroll preparation, monthly client invoicing, and bill payment
• Follow up on outstanding requests and ensure timely resolution.
• Manage Information Technology-related budget and expenses.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 8 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Corporate accounting: 8 years (Required)