Senior Accountant

Ampcus Inc; Richmond; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology consulting firm is seeking a qualified Senior Accountant located in Richmond, VA. Responsibilities include performing complex accounting activities, preparing forecasts and budgets, and guiding internal teams. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 9 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong analytical skills. A CPA is preferred. This role may require minor travel and flexibility in work hours.

Qualifications

• 5 to 9 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong ability to interpret and apply GAAP guidelines.
• Excellent computer skills including various software applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex general accounting activities and reconcile accounts.
• Prepare forecasts, variance analysis, and budgets.
• Investigate accounting issues and develop explanations of financial performance.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title

Senior Accountant

Location

Richmond, VA.

Job Description

• Performs complex general accounting activities including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements, and interprets technical financial data to ensure proper execution of critical finance and accounting activities.
• Prepares complex forecasting, variance analysis, budgeting, compliance testing, and other ad-hoc or specialty reports to monitor or support financial operations.
• Investigates accounting issues, developing explanations of financial performance and other complex financial reports.
• Performs complex control functions, analyzes large scale financial activities, and may approve accounting entries of substantial amount.
• Provides guidance to internal customers on accounting and control matters.
• Develops accounting and accounting control procedures.
• Key participant in cross-functional team initiatives and accounting-related projects.

Qualifications

• Prepares, reviews, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, employee payroll data, and other financial reports. Develops and reconciles ledgers, verify expenditures, identifies and addresses discrepancies and irregularities, and implements solutions as appropriate. Analyzes business operations, trends, financial commitments and obligations, and projects future outcomes.
• Broad knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply Financial Accounting Manual (FAM) guidelines, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability appropriate complex subjects and issues.
• Acute attention to detail with a high degree of data accuracy and integrity.
• Strong oral and written communication, ability to interact on required information and concepts with people at all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint along with various other software applications as needed for the role.
• Ability to guide the work of lower-level staff, provide accurate training and guidance on financial compliance.
• Position requires continuous visual concentration and manual dexterity to operate PC.
• Requires prolonged sitting and minimal standing/walking.
• Minor lifting and carrying, not likely to exceed ten pounds.
• May require extended work hours and/or schedule flexibility as unexpected situations and/or workflow dictate.
• Occasional domestic travel, including overnight stays, may be necessary.
• 5 to 9 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred.
• CPA preferred.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.