Senior Accountant

Middle East Broadcasting Networks; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting organization in Springfield, Virginia seeks a Sr. Accountant to manage specialized accounting functions, including General Ledger Management and Accounts Payable/Receivable. The role requires a BA/BS in a relevant field and advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience with DELTEK Costpoint 7 and strong Excel skills. This opportunity includes diversity in the workforce and emphasizes the importance of financial compliance.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of accounts payable and receivable.
• Experience in budgeting and cost accounting.
• Familiarity with payroll tax laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage journal entries and reconciliation of G/L accounts.
• Audit domestic and international payrolls.
• Prepare special reports for management.

Skills

Accounting principles

Excel

ERP systems

Financial regulations

Education

BA/BS in accounting, finance, business, or related field

Tools

DELTEK Costpoint 7

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Sr. Accountant is responsible for specialized accounting functions of General Ledger Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cost Accounting and Fixed Asset Management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares journal entries and timely reconciliation of all G/L accounts, ledgers, fixed asset records, expenses, domestic and overseas bank accounts.
• Identifies errors and risks that could have a financial impact on the company’s financial statements in accordance with company policies, GAAP and in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley.
• Prepares special reports and financial studies for management and alerts them to significant variances to plan.
• Coordinates the Fixed Asset process and makes necessary journal entries.
• Journalizes daily cash receipts, posting them to appropriate cash accounts.
• Audits domestic and international payrolls.
• Records adjustments and re-classes in Cost Point.
• Oversee the recording of returned wires and fees.
• Maintains account receivable and liabilities accounts.
• Records overseas cash activity, bank transfer and fees.
• Processes and records payroll vouchers and travel reimbursements.
• Manages corporate credit card activity.

Other Duties

Perform additional job‑related duties and take on new responsibilities as needed based on organizational requirements and circumstances.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience Requirements

• BA/BS in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, cost accounting and general ledger entry process/reconciliation in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of U.S. federal and state financial regulations to include payroll tax laws and wage and hour regulations required.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge and hands‑on use of ERP system.
• Experience with DELTEK Costpoint 7.
• Knowledge of funds management and budgeting techniques.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

MBN is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.