Scope of Work: Our client in Rockville, MD is seeking an Accountant/Auditor - Cash Management to perform professional accounting/auditing work. The contractor(s) must understand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP) and have strong knowledge and experience in financial statement preparation, the monthly and annual close process, and account reconciliation and analysis. Additionally, the contractor(s) must be proficient in using ERP accounting systems and other current technology, including the ability to perform advanced functions in Excel (pivot tables, vlookup, sumif, data sorts, etc.). Experience related to governmental accounting (governmental, enterprise, special revenue, internal service, and fiduciary funds, and capital projects, retiree pension payroll, etc.) is desired but not required.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Preparing analyses of statements and reports and making recommendations regarding the analyses
Preparing records for the disbursement of funds
Preparing financial statements and disclosures for the Annual Financial Report and the Single Audit Report
Reconciling accounts in preparation of fiscal year-end and grant closings
Serving as financial resource person
Preparing and analyzing bank reconciliation statements and preparing expenditure or grant reports
Preparing and accounting for retirees' pension payroll along with the associated Maryland State Tax withholding and IRS reporting
Qualifications:
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP)
Experience in financial statement preparation, the monthly and annual close process, and account reconciliation and analysis
Proficiency in using ERP accounting systems
Advanced skills in Excel, including pivot tables, vlookup, sumif, and data sorts
Experience in governmental accounting is desired but not required
ASSYST is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.