Sr. Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to key financial operations and ensure the accuracy of our accounting processes. The role requires expertise in managing financial reporting, reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting, while maintaining compliance with organizational standards.

Responsibilities:

- Manage month-end close procedures, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

- Prepare and analyze weekly internal revenue reports and forecast financial performance.

- Oversee reconciliation processes for accounts and banking transactions to maintain accuracy.

- Monitor and manage cash flow activities to optimize financial operations.

- Collaborate with project teams to implement accounting solutions and support financial planning.

- Post and review journal entries to ensure compliance with accounting principles.

- Maintain the general ledger by performing periodic reviews and updates.

- Provide insights and recommendations to improve accounting processes and controls.

- Assist in preparing documentation for audits and regulatory compliance.

- Support strategic financial initiatives and contribute to organizational goals. Requirements - Extensive experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting.

- Proficiency in managing general ledger and journal entries.

- Strong skills in account and bank reconciliations.

- Ability to analyze and forecast cash flow effectively.

- Familiarity with accounting principles and compliance standards.

- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

- Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

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