Total 2 Accounting / Auditing job vacancies in Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, District of Columbia

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, ensuring the accuracy of financial data, and providing strategic guidance on financial matters. This role involves coordinating with various departments to ensure financial compliance and efficiency, as well as supporting the executive team with financial planning and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Analyze financial data and present insights to the management team.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial information to stakeholders.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Develop and manage the company’s annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Monitor actual performance against budget, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support departments in preparing their budgets and forecasts.

Accounting Operations:

• Oversee the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Ensure the accuracy of all financial transactions and records.
• Maintain and improve internal controls over financial reporting.

Compliance and Audits:

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
• Coordinate external audits and work closely with auditors to ensure successful audit outcomes.
• Manage tax reporting and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Cash Flow Management:

• Monitor cash flow and manage cash reserves to ensure the company’s financial stability.
• Develop strategies for effective cash management and optimize working capital.

Financial Analysis:

• Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making, including profitability analysis, cost analysis, and investment analysis.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections.

Strategic Planning:

• Collaborate with senior management in developing long-term financial strategies.
• Provide financial insights to support business growth and expansion initiatives.
• Participate in the development of corporate strategies and plans.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure team members are trained on accounting standards and financial procedures.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support career development for team members.

Risk Management:

• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that the company has adequate insurance coverage and risk management policies in place.

Systems and Process Improvement:

• Evaluate and implement financial systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Continuously seek ways to improve financial processes and reporting.

Perform any tasks as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA, CMA, or similar certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Full working rights for Malaysia 
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and financial analysis.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to start immediately would be added advantages

• Good working environment
• Career progression
• Good working culture

• Performs a wide range of tasks involving the maintenance, analysis, interpretation and reporting of financial accounting data and the application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and theories in the management of financial accounts and operations and other related activities.
• Posts general ledger accounts from original documents received utilizing the principles of accounting and double entry bookkeeping.
• Reviews, examines, verifies, and analyzes for validity, completeness and accuracy.
• Work assignments may encompass both accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Obtains missing or corrected data and information from supporting documents and /or the program manager.
• Extracts information from several sources ensuring that all required information is included.
• Verifies purchase orders and other procurement documents to ensure purchases are authorized and invoices are reconciled for payment to vendors.
• Maintains an internal control system and follow procedures
• Verifies transfer documents, reconcile DAR clearing account and post inventory submissions.
• Inventory responsibilities include calculating monthly cost of goods sold figures.
• Tracking and maintain inventory records
• Maintains files of all source documents, correspondence and messages pertaining to financial records and accounting data.
• Types all necessary reports, documents, and memorandum as required.
• At the end of the accounting month, ensures accuracy of all assigned general ledger postings, reconciles general ledger balances with subsidiary ledgers and closes assigned accounts.
• Reports imbalances to supervisor for guidance.
• May print checks or prepare electronic funds transfer documents
• Performs other related duties as assigned.