Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

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MITRE is currently seeking a Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting for our offices in McLean, VA. This role requires an in-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles as well as strong communication skills. Individuals seeking a challenging, multi-faceted position in a fast-paced work environment will enjoy the diverse responsibilities of this key position.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist with year-end audit and annual financial statements.
• Assist with ad-hoc technical accounting projects, such as evaluating revenue recognition, right of use assets, etc.
• Participate in the monthly close activities.
• Prepare journal entries, including accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, etc.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis for review.
• Analysis of monthly financial results and variance review with management.
• Develop procedures to automate and enhance the monthly close process
• Liaison with internal MITRE personnel and external auditors to answer questions and resolve issues
• Support internal, external, and Government compliance audits, including annual Incurred Cost Submission, Accounting Systems Audit, and other regulatory audits

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; or 3 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with relevant experience who can immediately contribute at this job step; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting practices and principles.
• Strong problem-solving, research, and analytical skills to resolve inquiries.
• Financial controls, accounting, and consolidation experience in a company with multiple legal entities (domestic and international).
• Innovative mind-set with ability to independently initiate and manage change.
• Ability to effectively plan, work well under pressure and deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint.
• Experience understanding and researching accounting standards.
• Experience with government compliance matters, including disclosure statements and indirect rates.
• Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) compliance.
• Familiarity with Federally Funded Research and Development Centers.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

None

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

None

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$92,000 - $115,000 - $138,000 Annual

Work Location Type:

Hybrid

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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