Innovative Life Solutions Inc Hiring for Staff Accountant Job at Silver Spring, MD Full Time

About us

Innovative Life of New Jersey is a small business in Silver Spring, MD 20910. We are engaging and agile.

Our work environment includes:

• Wellness programs
• Work-from-home days

JOB SUMMARY:

The Staff Accountant will report directly to the Vice President Finance and be an integral member of the accounting team. This highly motivated individual will have a wide range of responsibilities supporting several key processes, reporting and performing analytical activities on the P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow as well as responding to ad hoc request from internal and external stakeholders

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Manage the monthly financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded; reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations and report preparation

· Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts, research and reconcile all discrepancies

· Ensure all cost allocations are accurate and recorded according to regulations

· Maintain the Fixed asset ledger which includes preparation of journal entries, reconciliation of general ledger to fixed assets system, and preparation of depreciation schedules for budgeting purposes

· Prepare cash journals into the general ledger

· Prepare the payroll journal entry ensuring the cost are allocated accurately

· Maintain bank accounts by reconciling accounts on a monthly basis

· Maintain balance sheet account reconciliations

· Reconcile employee benefit plans

· Verify day program invoices per facility census

· Weekly remittance advice reconciliation

· Prepare Monthly and yearly cost reports

· Analyze and research and interpret accounting and financial data

· Assist in preparing budgets for all locations

· Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance

· Develops and implements accounting procedures by analyzing current procedures; recommending changes

· Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practices

· Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential

· Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations

· Accomplish accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed

· Assists VP Finance in compilation of various reports on an ad-hoc basis

· Support and assist accounts payable and billing as part of departmental cross training to ensure smooth functioning of the accounting department

· Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.

· 3+ years of experience as a Senior Accountant performing extensive accounting functions including journal entries, account reconciliations, preparation of supporting schedules and financial statements

· MBA or CPA certification is a plus

· Excellent computer skills, proficiency with accounting software and experience with software system implementations

· Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

· Good Communications Skills

· Accuracy in daily work and other projects

· Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines

· Adherence to policies, procedures and instructions

· Ability to maintain good working relationships both, internal and external personnel

· Ability to function as a team player

· Able to analyze financial records and interpret for other departments

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills’
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All newly hired staff must be fully-vaccinated. All staff must do a temperature check when entering the office and must wear protective masks while walking around the office.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location