Accountant
Finance / Accounting
Alexandria VA Contract Apr 18, 2024
Employment Enterprises, Inc. is currently working with one of the top commuter-oriented transportation companies in Virginia and Washington, DC. We are seeking an Account to work with the Comptroller and other accounting staff, performs a variety of professional financial accounting activities primarily within the revenue accounting, accounts receivable and account reconciliation and analysis areas. This position is located in Alexandria, Virginia paying $35-$40 per hour.

Accountant Responsibilities:
  • Posts revenue and daily/monthly reconciliations of financial activity related to collection systems.
  • Prepares monthly revenue and production reports by ticket type and quantity; provides system reports for revenue analysis or to assist vendors.
  • Performs vendor accounts receivable duties to include preparing invoices and credit memos, data entry, and recording of cash receipts; maintains accounts receivable subsidiary ledgers.
  • Performs other accounts receivable reconciliation, including miscellaneous invoicing, tracking, and payment processing and information distribution.
  • Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts and documents financial transactions.
  • Support the monthly and year-end general ledger close and account reconciliations; prepares financial reports and audit schedules in areas of responsibility.
  • Prepares and maintains accounting records for the general ledger account system and provides back-up support as needed for various related finance and accounting functions.
  • Participates in the coordination of the annual audit with external auditors by preparing audit schedules and account analyses and answering auditor inquiries.
  • Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
  • Promotes and contributes to a positive customer service experience.
  • Maintains a healthy and safe working environment.
  • Embraces and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and culture.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
  • Knowledge of revenue accounting, accounts receivable, data reconciliation, refund processing, general ledger, with the ability to apply accounting policies and analyze transactions to daily work.
  • Knowledge of business management, vendor management, and customer service principles and best practices.
  • Skilled at preparing complex accounting entries and performing high level analyses of difficult financial issues, and reconciling general ledger accounts, while ensuring prompt and timely processing of entries.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Proficiency in using technology and systems, and tools to include Microsoft Office, Outlook, and accounting software.
  • Establish and follow detailed work procedures.

Accountant Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred from an accredited college or university in accounting or related discipline.
  • Preferred experience effectively using enterprise resource planning (ERP) system software.
  • Public sector/transportation experience is a plus.
  • Solid organizational skills and ability to be flexible and adaptable in responding to new information, changing conditions, and/or unexpected obstacles in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professionalism and skill in dealing effectively with diverse individuals at all levels of the organization, as well as with external stakeholders and customers.
  • Ability to apply critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of multi-disciplinary departmental teams, and to respond to a variety of conditions without direct supervision.
  • Ability to handle stress, maintain an even temperament and demonstrate confidence when making decisions in the best interest of the customers.
  • Experience effectively using technology, systems, and tools to include Microsoft Office, Outlook, and accounting software.

What we offer:
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Medical and dental benefits for qualifying professionals
  • Flex spending account
  • Credit Union Membership
  • Voluntary Supplemental Insurance

“Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Employment Enterprises, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, assign, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, U.S. Veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.”