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Amentum Principal Accountant in Pierre, South Dakota
Amentum has an opening in our Operations Accounting Group for a Principal Accountant . This position will be responsible for domestic and/or international contracts.
Seeking an intelligent, assertive, quick-thinking, broad-view and detail-oriented, problem solver that likes challenges, responsibility, teamwork, some degree of autonomy and potential for growth. We are looking for a true “A” player that is a thinker in addition to a doer. This selected candidate must have the ability and flexibility to work in an ever-growing environment and can balance competing priorities. We prefer an individual that has a government contracting background and cost accounting experience. Advance Microsoft Excel experience is required. US Citizenship is required to apply. This is a remote-telework role, but we prefer that the candidate be within driving distance to our Fort Worth, TX office.
Responsibilities may include :
Ensure appropriate financial presentation for internal and external reporting of selected programs including:
Revenue recognition for Government contracts based on Estimates at Completion
Profit and Loss analysis
Contract Performance analysis
Balance Sheet review
Audit financial data for selected programs
Ensure Compliance with GAAP, FAR, CAS, SOX, contract, and corporate policies and procedures
Support Internal and External Audits
Interact with finance team, management, program personnel, contracts, pricing, other internal departments, and external auditors
Document procedures and best practices
Ensure appropriate flow and recognition of financial data through financial information system including inter-company data transfer
Project Set-up and project maintenance in financial system
Reconciliations
Unbilled A/R Analysis (Revenue versus Billing)
Project Ledger to General Ledger
Document Generation and Preparation
Some periodic Billing to Customer
Monthly Financial Analysis (per program/contract)
Project Margin Analysis
Cost Trend Analysis
Revenue Reconciliation
Accounts Receivable Aging monitoring and follow up
Financial analysis, program finance functions, metrics, ad-hoc projects, and other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with various levels of management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to analyze and evaluate procedures and work processes to exercise appropriate judgment in establishing priorities and work methods.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to deal effectively and courteously with others; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment both inside and outside the department.
Ability to handle a variety of circumstances with poise, tact and diplomacy and in a confidential manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Two years of relevant experience may be substituted for one year of a degree.
8 years of job-related experience or equivalent.
US Citizenship is REQUIRED.
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