What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr Accountant position at QinetiQ US?
Company Overview
We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Position Overview
QinetiQ US seeks an Accountant who will assist the Controller and Assistant Controller in ensuring completeness and accuracy of the General Ledger. For this position, the successful candidate must have proven organizational and technical skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist Accounting Manager in all General Ledger related functions.
- Perform daily bank reconciliations.
- Analyze and prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Propose or record journal entries in support of month end close and account reconciliations.
- Maintain Indirect Employee Workforce codes.
- Collaborate with Finance Team to ensure activity in the general ledger is performed within indirect budgets limits set forth by organizations and projects assignments in Costpoint.
- Support Finance Team and other accounting shared services Teams by providing guidance on proper coding of transactions.
- Assist Accounting Manager and Controller with month-end and year-end closing process.
- Support financial and tax audits and annual incurred cost submission.
- Collaborate with other members of the finance team.
- Follow all company policies and procedures and adhere to finance laws and regulations.
Required Qualifications
- 4 years of accounting for gov con experience.
- Excellent knowledge of Costpoint including basic BI report writing skills are a must
- Proven working knowledge of FAR and GAAP needed
- Excellent communication and organization skills, attention to detail and ability to efficiently manage multiple priorities
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with account reconciliation softwares a plus.
- Accounting degree preferred
- Manufacturing experience a plus
Company EEO Statement
Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
