Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst

L. S. Caldwell & Associates, Inc. seeks to immediately hire a highly organized, meticulous individual with extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and working with local or state government accounting systems (with expertise in restricted asset analysis) for a GAAP Accountant opportunity. This position requires a solutions-oriented approach and is highly responsible and professional, as it involves safeguarding all organizational assets and overseeing aspects of the daily economic management of the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The senior accountant will collaborate with executive management and other administrative staff to ensure a high-quality standard of confidentiality, fiduciary management, professionalism, and excellence in the organization's economic management. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

· Review and prepare monthly general ledger entries by GAAP standards.

• Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide leadership, management, and direction to the Finance functions and assigned staff, including professional development activities, performance evaluations, and continuous improvement.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses for external entities (e.g., State and Federal reports).
• Assists program staff in developing and complying with program grants and contracts; monitors programs to ensure compliance.
• Create and complete financial reporting systems (daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual). Perform duties that include exercising professional judgment in formulating or assisting in developing policies and procedures.
• Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
• Prepare budgets by establishing schedules, collecting, analyzing, consolidating financial data, and recommending plans.
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements by studying existing and new legislations, anticipating the financial impact of future legislations, advising management on needed actions, and enforcing adherence to requirements.
• Coordinate internal audit program.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Type:

• Full-time

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• CPA designation is preferred but not required.
• 4-5 years of accounting experience, with at least two years in a senior or lead role.
• Experience in monthly financial statement closing and budgeting preferred.
• GAAP Certification Required.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Meticulous with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on enhancing processes and procedures. Exstisive knowledge of Government contracts and accounting practices

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20011 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC 20011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person