Job Title: Accountant

• Location: Lexington, MA (Onsite 3 Days/Week)
• Job Type: W2 Contract

Background/Need:

The Group is undergoing some changes to their accounting practices. This initiative requires many direct staff to participate and the Lab is looking for Contingent Workers to handle some of the day to day operations.

Responsibilities:

-Participate in the monthly accounting and closing processes by generating various journal entries, preparing required reconciliations, and analytically reviewing specific general ledger accounts for accuracy and proper valuation.
-Support various Audit activities (PwC, Internal Audit, DCAA) including assigning requests to other staff, preparing and or reviewing supporting documentation/schedules, tracking of audit deliverables and issues, management reviews and status
-Support the research of accounting guidance, Laboratory policy and other guidance to model, document and implement new accounting practices/activities
-Interpret Laboratory policy, Federal regulations and other guidance to determine allowability and allocability of costs to the Lab's Prime contract and present recommendations to management
-Monitor and analyze accounting data and support the production of financial reports or statements for internal management, MIT campus and external customers, as needed (includes Tax and Government reporting).
-Support Accounting's process improvement initiatives, including improvements to internal documentation & procedures, process standardization, automation, quarter/year-end close and internal control improvements.
-Support the implementation/upgrade of financial systems.

Must Have:-

-B.S./B.B.A. degree in Accounting/Finance concentration, or related field required.
-Minimum of five years' experience in Accounting or related discipline.
-GAAP accounting experience.
-Accounting experience in ERP software solutions.
-A solid understanding of financial and government processes with strong assessment skills.
-Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills is required.
-Strong attention to detail.
-Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
-Microsoft Office Products proficiency required.
-Strong Excel skills required.
-Experience with SAP is required.

Nice to Have:

-Proficiency with computer-based financial management tools is desired.
-Experience with Department of Defense contracts or regulations (OMB, FAR, DFARs).
-Experience with DCAA and external audits.
-Experience developing and implementing process improvements is desired.

Education & Experience: Bachelor's with 5+ Years of relevant work experience.

Work Authorization: US Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.

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