For the given job description <<Job Title: Senior AccountantLocation: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)Duration: 12+ Months (Contract)
The candidate will assist in  be responsible for:Day-to-day general ledger accounting, including journal entry preparation and related reporting in the areas of Prepaids, Accruals, Payroll, Benefits, and Intercompany  Related Party processes.Assist in the monthly accounting close procedures including proper period end cut-off and accounting close schedule.Calculating and maintaining payroll related and cost accruals to ensure accurate monthly cut off.Monitoring elements leading to cross margin  profitability analysis and support to project management.Maintenance of chart of accounts and cost center reporting.
Qualifications:Bachelors degree in accounting or finance (concentration in Accounting) preferred.10+ years of accounting experience (General Ledger, AR, AP, Cash Management).5+ years of financial analysis.Audit background a plus.Experience working in an international and cross-cultural environment.Experience with SAPR3 or S4 (FI) required.Experience with SAP BW, SAP CRM is a plus.Proficiency in knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS Accounting, and US Tax.Strong PC skills with advanced knowledge in Excel and PPT.>> the resume: <<SummaryVersatile finance and accounting professional with 15 years of experience and proficiencies in financial reporting and analysis. Well-versed in updating and standardizing controls and streamlining procedures to increase productivity and reduce errors. Superior account management and reconciliation skills leading to achievement of desired results.
SkillsMonthly and Annual Journal EntriesProblem-SolvingAccounting Procedures ValidationAccount ReconciliationAccounting Policy and ControlGAAP Accounting PracticesFinancial ReportingVerbal and Written CommunicationDecision MakingAccounting Records AnalysisFinancial Statements ReviewInformation Systems ExaminationDocument RecordkeepingReport PreparationRelationship BuildingFinancial ProjectionsAccounting Software SystemsDocumentation and ReportingCustomer ServiceProcess ImprovementRegulatory ComplianceFinancial Statement ReviewRevenue ForecastingCost ReductionMathematical Calculation and ReasoningProcess Improvements
Experience10/2013toCurrentAccountantBanner Health–Mesa,AZ,Examined budgetary and proprietary financial statements to review appropriations financial performance.Prepared monthly and year-end closing financial statementsExamined budget estimates for completeness, accuracy and conformance with procedures and regulations.Summarized and interpreted current and projected Us Marine Corps Appropriation financial position for other managers.Conducted statistical analyses to determine trends and significant changes and wrote narrative reports explaining findings.Conducted forecasting and risk analysis assessments to maintain financial stability.Monitored budgetary and proprietary financial statements to evaluate financial performance.Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with digital accounting files.Analyzed monthly Appropriation budgeting and accounting reports to maintain obligations and expenditure controls.Interacted with internal and external auditors to help complete audits and resolve issues.Conducted financial analysis and research to advise Military management on forecasting decisions.Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements and financial documents.Summarized and interpreted current and projected appropriation financial position for other managers.Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.Interacted with internal and external auditors to help complete audits and resolve issues.Led the effort of Internal controls testing of processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.Created, reviewed, and updated Standard Operating Procedure manuals, ensuring latest processes were captured.Collaborated with peers to meet strategic objectives.Participated in and contributed to meetings by sharing concerns and ideas for improvements.Created, reviewed, and updated Journal Voucher Guidance White Papers, ensuring current laws, regulations and guidance are followed.03/2010to10/2013Accountant - Leader in Motion DevelopmentDepartment Of Defense–City,STATE,Accepted into and successfully completed the Agency's highly competitive Leadership Development Program (Leaders in Motion)Completed several six month rotations in various departments throughout the agency to gain a broad understanding of the financial operationObserved confidentiality rules in job duties to improve overall data integrity and meet regulations.Maintained current understanding of federal accounting procedures to prevent legal or compliance issues.Supported Agency initiative projects by coordinating files, preparing deliverables and updating tracking spreadsheets.Demonstrated critical and strategic thinking developed from working on different tasks and projects.Provided assistance to lead accountant and learned steps involved for month-end and Year-end closing.Assisted with smooth preparation of monthly journal entries and accounts reconciliation.Assisted with end-of-year accounting and internal audit processing.08/2007to02/2010Accountant/Associate Business ManagerWashington Group International–City,STATE,Compiled timely business reports, prepared presentations and updated and maintained electronic records with absolute accuracy.Worked closely with customers, internal teams, vendors and suppliers to deliver on high-profile, complex projects.Collaborated and built trust within organization and with customers, meeting or exceeding expectations.Improved tools to enable better tracking and business analysis.Compiled and reviewed financial results and project plans to communicate to Vice President of Finance.Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.Reported on project financial performance metrics to evaluate ROI, Day's Sales outstanding, and Return on Capital Employed per project.Used variety of financial software packages to produce finance and accounting reports.
Education and TrainingExpected in05/2009totoMBA:AccountingIndiana Wesleyan University-Marion,INGPA:Cum laude graduateExpected in12/2005totoBBA:FinanceKent State University-Kent,OHGPA:>>. The result is, Good Fit

Fit assessment: Good Fit