Total 88 Accounting / Auditing job vacancies in Remote - New York

• Position independently resolves difficult and complicated retired pay actions.
• Pay actions involve the comprehensive audit of pay accounts, correction, and adjustment of several items of pay.
• The incumbent resolves questions of entitlement to additional retired pay compensation.
• Corrects and adjusts retired pay due to retroactive legislative adjustments which affect benefits due from other agencies.
• Determines applicability of payments, and initiates collection of overpayments as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Performs a full range of accounting duties using double-entry accrual accounting methods. Classifies
and verifies a wide variety of accounting documents in order to assure their mathematical correctness, completeness of information,
and to prepare control sheets with appropriate accounting codes. Maintains double-entry bookkeeping journals and subsidiary
ledgers, posting entries to establish accounts. Prepares monthly balances, reconciles accounts, and transcribes to general ledger for closeout of all accounts. Traces discrepancies, if necessary, to posting documents, computes operational expenses incurred by
individual activities for accounting services provided, and assigns charges appropriately. Reports prepared may include profit and
loss statements, financial statements, and miscellaneous financial reporting data. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Purpose of the Job

Reporting to Finance Manager to support the finance department in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform financial accounting for a full set of accounts; monthly/quarterly/year-end closing
• Main PIC to work closely with Shared Service Centers (SSC) on posting/reviewing of daily/month-end closing journal entries
• Prepare external audit deliverables and support Group reporting requirements on a monthly/quarterly basis
• Perform monthly variance analysis on B/S & P/L
• Prepare and review intercompany cost allocation and recharges/billings
• Work closely with Business PICs to ensure that accruals are accurately recorded in the books
• Support in the training of new joiners on Finance policies
• Prepare presentation materials periodically for the management (Financial / Managerial accounting matters)
• Work with internal or regional teams for continuous improvement of processes
• Support key regional projects including new / changes in accounting standards, financial systems
• Continuously improve and optimize our financial workflows and conventions and use existing technology tools and applications to increase efficiency and automation

Subordinate activities

Assistant Manager

• Support Finance Manager in guiding a team of Finance Executives on day-to-day Finance operations
• Main PI to lead SSC on daily/monthly closing matters

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent
• More than 5 years of experience with a mix of Big 4 accounting firm and commercial experience
• CPA/CA or equivalent preferred
• Experience in SAP is required
• Possesses an in-depth understanding of accounting principles and company procedures.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong business sense with good financial analysis
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with building financial / budgeting models

Duties include:

• Compiles and verifies data, frequently developing worksheets to improve the accuracy and completeness of information. Responsible for working with numerous, different, and unrelated systems.
• Uses personal computer software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.), word processing, internet, and communications and knowledge of computer security.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of personnel.
• Researches and communicates with requestor and service line personnel to answer questions and resolve problems concerning obligations, amendments, adjustments, and payments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with and gain the cooperation from all levels of the administrative and professional staff, including supervisors, management officials, department managers and other high level officials and/or representatives of other Federal agencies and private industry.
• Reviews pending items and ensures that follow-up action is taken on all items pending for excessive periods of time. Traces and resolves discrepancies.
• Reviews and analyzes reports, classifies errors, takes corrective action to balance reports, verifies corrected copy and determines the source of processing deficiencies and recommends corrective procedures.
• Analyzes documents for accuracy and authorization, obligations, and payments.
• Responsible for transactions involving the disbursement and receipt of funds, and shows attention to detail when applying appropriations, object classes, and fund control points, to ensure proper deposits and credits.
• Locates, reviews, and interprets guidance including manuals, directives, handbooks, financial policies, decisions.
• Ensures compliance with technical guidance, federal law, and internal controls.

• Manages specific operating budgets
• Serves as the Risk Control Manager (RCM) for program planning, assessments, reporting and preparation of the Annual Statement of Assurance
• Develops, implements, and reviews audit readiness and sustainment internal controls, assessment requirements, processes and procedures and, results requirements for an inspection program
• Develops and implements an evaluation system to determine if safeguards exist to prevent waste, loss, unauthorized use or, miss-appropriation of resources
• Prepares briefings, reports, position on the program identifying recommended improvements to systems and, correction to any deficiencies
• Conducts various management studies; organizational efficiency, productivity, performance, staffing, work methods, cost comparison/benefit analysis, economic evaluations and, lifecycle cost analysis
• Assists with the maintenance and evaluation of program funding plans and their execution
• Serves as the Site’s Supports Agreements Manager (SAM) responsible for administering oversight for the Agreements Program
• Develops, analyzes, reviews, negotiates, maintains, and administers Inter-service Support Agreements (ISSA’s), Memoranda of Understanding/Agreement (MOUs/MOAS) and, Performance Based Agreements (PBA) for the site
• Serves as the coordinator and administrator for training and career development, Defense Travel System (DTS) and, EAGLE/labor reporting for the organization

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

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We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Professor Rachel Zhang and Jean Zeng are seeking a qualified Research Assistant to support data-driven academic projects. Responsibilities include data collection, cleaning, aggregation, advanced econometric analysis, and assisting with research papers and reports. Candidates must have a master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field, with strong coding skills (Python, R, or Stata) and expertise in econometric methods. Prior experience in research, statistical modeling, and data visualization is preferred. To apply, send a cover letter, CV, and a sample of your coding or analysis work.

As a Accounting Technician, GS-07 you will perform the following duties:

• Managing processes for accuracy, compliance with regulations.
• Preparing documents for input into the accounting system.
• Reviewing documents for accuracy, compliance with regulations, and proper approval prior to entering information into the financial system.
• Utilizing multiple databases to ensure transmitted transactions and processes are accomplished timely and accurately.

• Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of accounting documents submitted by assigned activities.
• Maintains assigned subsidiary ledgers for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, customer deposits, unearned income, annual leave payable, equipment, prepaid items and central storeroom accounts.
• Determines that all transactions are properly processed and that total activity agrees with predetermined control tables.
• Analyses and reviews reports and machine listing to assure they are in balance and in proper format and sort sequence, that accounting data is valid and that it adheres to prescribed regulatory manuals and procedures.
• Classifies erroneous conditions referring complex errors/problems to the accountant.

• Assists the Service Owned Items in DLA Custody Program Management Office (SOIDC PMO) to communicate the program vision and desired outcome in terms of strategic goals in support of audit initiatives.
• Assists with analyzing deviations and problems and develops solutions to ensure commitments are met.
• Provides program leadership to ensure commitments to and from various stakeholders is met and execution targets are achieved.
• Resolves conflicts between and among stakeholders with competing agendas and interests, while maintaining cohesiveness in program effort and direction.
• Reviews and approves or recommends approval of schedules, and contractor support oversight and management
• Serves as an authoritative source for decisions and guidance dealing with compromises and changes in program philosophy.

• Maintains accounts by reviewing documents to verify accounting data as necessary, entering data into the system.
• Prepare reports reflecting the examinations made, discrepancies noted, and the corrective entries required to adjust accounts.
• Reviews and reconciles all third-party payer documents for correct data, on all third-party vouchers for accurate claims number.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation and recapitulation of third-party billing to assure that collection, billed data, and the computerized and manual reports are in balance.
• Maintains current documentation and guidelines pertaining to reimbursement activities inappropriate files, binders, etc., and ensures preparation and distribution of copies to all appropriate disciplines.

• Establishes, maintains, reviews, determines processes, and closes payroll accounts for retired armed forces personnel and their annuitants.
• Under general supervision, resolves difficult and complicated retired pay actions.
• Resolves questions of entitlement to additional retired pay compensation.
• Corrects and adjusts retired pay due to retroactive legislative adjustments which affect benefits due from other agencies.
• Determines applicability of payments, and initiates collection of overpayments as necessary.
• Duties will be developmental in nature when the position is filled below the full performance level.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Must be able to work during these hours.
Virtual: This is a virtual position 100%
Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Accountant/PD03199-O
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

This Announcement will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the Accounting Section relative to matters of policy, interpretation of regulations and procedures which are of greater than average difficulty.
• Planning, establishing, and maintaining a commercial-type double entry accounting system covering several appropriations, one revolving fund, general post funds, personal funds of patients, research, grants and construction appropriations, the overall budget is over $520,000,000.
• Serves as technical accounting advisor to the Chief Financial Officer and station management; including advising or proper procedures to be followed when procedures have not been disseminated or must be developed locally to meet station needs, is often called upon to attend meetings related to financial matters and inter-service relations.
• As a principal staff member of Fiscal Service, incumbent is a member of VASNHCS committees and attends both formal and informal management meetings.
• Advises VASNHCS on proper accounting procedures to ensure that the data conforms to regulations.
• Performs financial audits, analysis, and evaluations of the financial operations and related procedures as part of the Fiscal Service Quality Assurance System.
• Verifying, analyzing and/or reconciling a very large number of computer generated reports validating General Ledger control accounts to their related subsidiary records maintained in Fiscal, Supply, Voluntary Services, Medical Administration, Research, Prosthetics and Engineering and Facilities Management Services.
• Reviews present computer system and recommends and implements changes and improvements as needed to interface with other computer systems, to meet other services' and supported facilities' needs arid requirements and to improve the overall functions of the Accounting Section.
• Responsible for the complete management of the section, identifying the needs of the section, including but not limited to manpower, equipment, supplies, and space, as well as identify methods to reduce costs in these areas.
• The incumbent may cover during the absence of the Assistant Fiscal Officer.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Provides professional accounting advice and assistance to supported organizations regarding the operational accounting functions and the application of generally accepted accounting principles, policies, and procedures.
• Assists in establishing and monitoring internal controls to identify problem areas, determine actions required to improve operating program effectiveness, and ensure and maintain the integrity of financial and accounting information.
• Researches, learns and applies a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to identify, assess, analyze, and improve team effectiveness, efficiency and work products.
• Provides technical advice and training to technicians and program managers regarding the processing of accounting transactions or reconciliation of accounting/financial reports.
• Participates in decision-making sessions and advises financial managers and program directors on regulatory requirements, financial policies and data interpretation.
• Monitors and reports on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines, and quality have been met.

Key Responsibilities:

1. General Ledger Maintenance:
   • Record and review journal entries in the general ledger.
   • Maintain and update all financial records in compliance with company policies and regulations.
2. Account Reconciliation:
   • Perform regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
   • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts and provide explanations for variances.
3. Financial Reporting:
   • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
   • Assist with internal reporting and provide financial data for management analysis.
4. Month-End and Year-End Close:
   • Participate in the month-end and year-end closing process.
   • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting by coordinating with other departments.
5. Audit Support:
   • Provide supporting documents and respond to auditor inquiries during internal and external audits.
   • Implement audit recommendations to improve financial processes and controls.
6. Compliance and Best Practices:
   • Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) or IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards).
   • Keep up-to-date with accounting standards and regulations.
7. Other Duties:
   • Assist in process improvements for financial operations.
   • Support ad hoc financial projects as required.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or a related field, with a strong understanding of general ledger functions. Experience in tech/gaming industry is a plus.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.

• Provides professional accounting advice and assistance to supported organizations and lower graded accountants and/or accounting technicians in the resolution of diverse, complex, or controversial accounting problems.
• Interprets, develops, adapts, modifies, or integrates accounting and financial policies and procedures.
• Assists in the implementation of new procedures or policies to ensure compliance with established financial accounting requirements.
• Identifies problem areas and determines actions required to improve operating program effectiveness, ensure the propriety of accounting transaction processing, and maintain the integrity of accounting records and financial information.
• Provides technical advice and training to technicians and program managers regarding the processing of accounting transactions or reconciliation of accounting/financial reports.
• Analyzes reports for data integrity, completeness, consistency, and conformance with regulatory directives/procedures and correction of errors prior to final reports release.
• Examines internal controls systems and analyzes/evaluates effectiveness, adequacy, and interrelationships within/among segments of the system and other segments within the organization.