Senior Accountant

VQ; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national care services provider is seeking a Senior Accountant for a remote role available to Arizona and Texas residents. The position involves overseeing financial operations related to federal grants, ensuring compliance with GAAP and federal regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, at least 2 years of professional experience, and the ability to work effectively both independently and in a team. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional accounting experience required.
• Experience with ORR programs and cooperative agreements required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily cash management activities.
• Manage drawdowns from the Federal award system.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership abilities

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Overview

VQ operates around the nation, providing care services such as residential programming, community-based services, and in-home services for children and their families. We work with state and federal governments to go where the need is greatest and give back to communities that need our services the most. Regardless of the circumstances and background that a child comes from, we believe they deserve an opportunity for a good life.

Senior Accountant

This role is remote for AZ or TX residents only.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee daily cash management activities.
• Manage drawdowns from the Federal award system.
• Responsible for all financial operations related to federal cost reimbursement grants.
• Oversee expense management related to ORR grants and cooperative agreements, ensuring compliance and accuracy within Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines.
• Complete journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and manage debt schedules, depreciation schedules, and related entries.
• Ensure accuracy in operating and revenue leases and contracts.
• Provide support for annual external audits.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards and federal regulations related to grants.
• Support contracts and procurement processes.
• Assist with tax planning and compliance for local, state, and federal tax obligations.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building abilities with a positive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also thriving in a team environment.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply GAAP, FAR, and federal grant compliance requirements.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related business field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional accounting experience required.
• Direct experience working with ORR programs and federal cooperative agreements required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required.