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Description

We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team in Williamsburg, Virginia. This contract-to-permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to financial operations and reporting for our client. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and expertise in managing reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities:

• Perform reconciliations for all university bank accounts, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies by collaborating with relevant campus departments.

• Compile quarterly accounts receivable reports by gathering data from various departments and verifying their accuracy and consistency.

• Conduct general ledger account reconciliations to support bank reconciliation processes and quarterly accounts receivable reports.

• Serve as a liaison with campus departments to facilitate smooth preparation of bank reconciliations and accounts receivable reports.

• Create journal entries, schedules, and footnotes in preparation for the annual consolidated financial statement reporting.

• Investigate and resolve outstanding financial items by coordinating with various stakeholders within the institution.

• Ensure compliance with established financial policies and procedures during reconciliation and reporting tasks.

• Provide support for additional assignments as directed by the Director of Financial Reporting.

Requirements • Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes.

• Demonstrated experience with bank reconciliations and journal entries.

• Strong working knowledge of Workday and Workday ERP systems.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with various departments.

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy in financial reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.

• Previous experience in higher education or public sector accounting is advantageous.

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