Senior Accountant

lmrtechnicalgroup; Keyport (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LMR Technical Group is seeking a Senior Accountant in Keyport, WA to prepare and review financial records for GAAP compliance. The role emphasizes building strong internal controls, analyzing financial operations, and supporting FIAR initiatives with exacting attention to detail.

Responsibilities include posting to the general ledger, performing double-entry bookkeeping, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in accounting, business, or related discipline.
• Typically requires at least two (2) years of financial audit experience working independently.
• Must possess expert knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting.
• Must be able to design, document, and improve accounting processes and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and examine financial records for GAAP compliance.
• Assess financial operations and support FIAR initiatives.
• Post entries to the general ledger and reconcile discrepancies.
• Perform double-entry bookkeeping and identify subsidiary accounts.
• Review transaction lists and correct erroneous postings.
• Provide coaching and guidance to junior accounting team members.

Skills

GAAP expertise

General ledger

Internal controls

FIAR knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Visio

Excel

Job description

LMR Technical Group (LMR) is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our team.

Location: Keyport, WA

Job Description:

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Senior Accountant prepares and reviews financial records to ensure accuracy and GAAP compliance, assess financial operations, and support Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and examine financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Assess financial operations and support Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) initiatives.
• Apply knowledge of general ledger accounting to post entries, balance accounts, and reconcile discrepancies.
• Perform double-entry bookkeeping tasks, including identifying subsidiary accounts affected and determining proper debit and credit entries.
• Review computer printouts against spreadsheets to detect and correct erroneous postings.
• Prepare adjustment documents to correct accounting classifications and other data.
• Review lists of transactions rejected by automated systems, determine reasons for rejections, and prepare correcting transactions.
• Independently manage workload and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• Use Visio extensively to flowchart accounting processes and document workflows.
• Ensure desk guides exist and are accurate for all accountant positions.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to junior accounting team members to support their development and ensure consistent work quality.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Current (or ability to obtain and maintain) Secret security clearance (T3 background investigation). Please visit the following link for more information: https://www.dcsa.mil/Personnel-Security/Background-Investigations-for-Applicants/Investigations-Clearance-Process/
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in accounting, business, or a related technical discipline is required.
• Typically requires at least two (2) years of financial audit experience working independently.
• Must possess expert knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Must possess expert knowledge of general ledger accounting, auditing standards, and processes.
• Must be able to design, document, and continuously improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Must be able to identify internal control gaps through testing and lead remediation efforts.
• Must be able to evaluate transaction-level evidential matter to support audit conclusions and financial integrity.
• Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current, active Secret security clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.

Expected Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 annually. Salary will be based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, training, certifications and work location.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About LMR:

LMR is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business that supports technology development and provides comprehensive joint warfighter training by leveraging the skills, experience, and knowledge of its personnel.

LMR Technical Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you are a qualified applicant with a disability in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. EOE Disability/Veteran.

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