Senior Accountant

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense civilian and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy technology and transformation helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration inclusion and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries reconciling general ledger accounts producing monthly financial statements and supporting payroll accounts payable and audit activities while ensuring compliance with US GAAP. The ideal candidate has experience with government contracting DCAA audits Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Unanet with the ability to support accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries in compliance with US GAAP
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts including investigation of the underlying cause of any discrepancies in the balance
• Prepare end-of-month consolidated financial statements and reports (Income Statement Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement)
• Assist with semi-monthly payroll preparation as needed
• Analyze monthly financial activity for appropriateness and identify any potential anomalies
• Record and process vendor invoices
• Assist other members of the Accounting & Finance team with special projects as needed
• Support internal functions by serving as a liaison and point of contact for Accounting & Finance within the organization
• Assist in gathering validating and organizing documentation and data to support internal and external audits ensuring accuracy and timely availability of requested information.

• 5 years experience and BS in Accounting Business Administration or Finance
• 3 () working in a government contracting environment.
• Experience with recording transactions in compliance with US GAAP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong self-starter with the ability to drive and achieve results.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Either experience with Unanet or the ability to quickly learn and become proficient at Unanet

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant designation.
• Experience with Cost Accounting Standards and DCAA audits.

Travel Requirements

This is a remote position; however occasional travel may berequiredbased on project needs client meetings team collaboration events or training is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence integrity and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications skills and ability to perform the job without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer Aretumcomplies withall applicable federal state and local employment laws.

We are proud to support our nations veterans and military familiesprovidingcareer opportunities that honor their service and experience.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability please contact forassistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

U.S. Work Authorization

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship.

• Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave (Maternity Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

Required Experience:

Senior IC