Accountant

2 - Demo Account; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

2 - Demo Account is seeking an accountant to perform accounting and analysis for investment and derivative portfolios. The role involves developing and maintaining accounting systems, preparing and analyzing financial reports, journal entries, and reconciling ledger accounts.

The candidate will support audits, produce monthly and quarterly statements, forecasts, and assist with various accounting projects while ensuring contracts are in place for active projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field preferred.
• 2+ years progressive accounting experience in public accounting or similar environment.
• Strong organization, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong computer aptitude with Excel and Word and experience with accounting software and ledgers.
• Analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic accounting procedures (A/R, A/P, time billing, payroll, GL, tax payments).
• Process payroll for the company.
• Month-end and quarterly closing (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow).
• Assist Accounting Manager with audits as liaison with auditors.
• Prepare financial statements and weekly forecasts for management.
• Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and investment transactions.
• Produce financial data for management and assist with special accounting projects.
• Ensure active projects are covered by binding contracts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Multi-project management

Excel

Accounting software

ABC general ledgers

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ABC general ledgers

Job description

This position is responsible for performing the accounting and analysis for investment and derivative portfolios for our clients. This includes developing; implementing and/or maintaining one or a combination of generally accepted accounting systems. Prepare and analyze financial reports, journal entries, maintain and reconcile ledger accounts. Provide record of assets, liabilities and other financial transitions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:Performing basic accounting procedures, e.g. A/R, A/P, time billing, P/R, G/L, tax payments and inventory controlProcessing payroll for the entire companyMonth end and quarterly closing (e.g. balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements)Assisting Accounting Manager with annual financial and 401K audits by serving as company liaison with auditorsCommunicating with customers to address any past due invoices on their accountPreparing financial statements, e.g. monthly and quarterly financial reports, weekly forecasts to Management Team summarizing current and projected financial positionAnalyzing and reconciling general ledger accounts and investment transactions in conjunction with preparing quarterly reports for managementProducing financial data for management team upon request and assisting with other special Accounting projects from time to timePerforming analysis of operations on a monthly basisEnsuring all active projects are covered by valid, binding contracts

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Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field preferred2+ years progressive accounting experience in public accounting or similar work environmentStrong organization, oral and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlinesStrong computer aptitude, which includes expertise with Microsoft Excel and Word as well as experience with accounting software and ABC general ledgersAnalytical skills with particular attention to detail

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

From: 2 - Demo Account