Controller

Abacus-Technolog; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology Corporation, a Federal government contractor, seeks an experienced finance leader to oversee monthly financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting. You will supervise payroll and accounts payable staff, manage audits, tax returns, and regulatory compliance while driving process improvements and internal controls.

The role requires strong analytical skills, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and 10+ years in accounting/finance with staff management. U.S.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in accounting/finance with increasing responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience managing accounting tasks and staff.
• Experience with an accounting system such as JAMIS or Deltek CostPoint.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis.
• Perform budget vs. actual analysis monthly for the Corporate division.
• Prepare cash, AP discount, and capitalization reports.
• Review and approve accounts payable per company policy.
• Review and approve applications for new credit arrangements.
• File necessary returns to obtain federal fuel credits quarterly.
• Process monthly journal entries and monthly tax returns.
• Manage audits, tax returns, and state compliance.
• Assist with Branch Financial Analysis and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical

Detail oriented

Organized

Good communicator

US citizen

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

JAMIS

Deltek CostPoint

Job description

Abacus Technology Corporation is a Federal government contractor and provider of enterprise information technology (IT) services and solutions. For nearly 40 years, we’ve developed effective partnerships with government and industry to tackle business challenges and pressures for Federal Defense, Civilian, and Intelligence customers. Abacus maintains core competencies in: IT Infrastructure Support, Network Operations and Maintenance, Communication Solutions, Systems Engineering and Integration, Cyber Security / Information Assurance, Application Development, Program Management, and Business Transformation.

Job Description

• Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis.
• Perform budget vs. actual analysis for the Corporate division on a monthly basis.
• Prepare various cash, AP discount, and capitalization reports.
• Review and approve accounts payable such as verifying that payables comply with company policy.
• Review and approve applications for new credit arrangements.
• File necessary returns to obtain federal fuel credits on a quarterly basis.
• Process necessary journal entries on a monthly basis and complete monthly used tax returns.
• Manage the annual US and International audits; the US and international tax returns; quarterly state tax payments; annual state reports, and preparation of necessary forms and documents.
• Assist with the preparation of the Branch Financial Analysis.
• Perform internal audits of the various branch operations and report results to the CFO.
• Prepare vendor analysis reports and communicate findings to the CFO.
• Communicate with company’s bank representatives regarding the initiation and monitoring of sweep accounts and the renewal of line of credit accounts.
• Monitor cash balance on a daily basis and notify CFO when line of credit is low.
• Directly supervise payroll and accounts payable employees and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Handle interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Supervise/handle all international payroll/correspondence related to our UK, German, and Italy etc.
• Improve processes and internal controls in all areas managed.
• Recommend policies and procedures relating to financial and business practices to the company.
• Ensure that accounting and tax laws are followed to satisfy state and federal regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

10+ year’s experience in an accounting or finance role of increasing responsibilities. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Experience managing accounting tasks and staff. Thorough knowledge of all accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial statements. Experience with an accounting system such as JAMIS or Deltek CostPoint. Must beanalytical, detail oriented, and organized. Display ability to be an active problem solver and a good communicator. Must be a US citizen.

Additional Information

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