*                                                                                                   Position Description: Senior Accountant*

　　Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing various accounting information ranging from invoicing, proposal preparation, payroll, timekeeping and the preparation of such information in order to produce financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The Senior Accountant will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements.  The Senior Accountant will work closely with the financial management team, Controller, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

　　Responsibilities:

　　Understand and represent PRI™'s mission, vision, and values to all internal and external customersInteract with government and private sector clients, partners, and PRI™ staff in a professional and accountable manner, and as a representative of PRI™ managementEngage internal and external clients in appropriate communication that manages client expectations and builds a collaborative relationship with the clientProactively manages and coordinates activities to ensure timeliness of deliverablesInteract with project team members in order to successfully fulfill contract obligations with the highest quality and in a timely manner meeting PRITM** ISO requirements `Instills integrity throughout the organization via active participation in ISO requirements including but not limited to timely submission of Corrective Action Plans for all matters in which either PRITM** standards and/or corporate contract standards have not been met. Communicating outcomes to team members to ensure a positive, open, environment which mitigates risk and achieves a culture of Continuous Quality ImprovementPrepares all invoicing in accordance with the time constraints established within the Accounting Manual to maximize cash flow.Enters general ledger entries including deposits on a daily basisProvides daily and weekly cash flow documents detailing cash positions.Ensures completion of all time reporting and processes that result in data for submission to Paychex.Monitoring and analyzing various accounting data in assisting in the production of monthly financial reports or statementsEnforces proper accounting methods, policies and principles in accordance with the accounting manual and accounting standardsAssist in all audits of PRI financial data.Assign proper projects codes to direct contract personnel to ensure proper recordation of hours and costs on all contractsObtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structureComplies with the requirements established to ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end financial informationPreparation of various assumptions working with Operations in determining costing for various Business Development effort throughout the year.Supports budget and forecasting activitiesCollaborates with the Controller to support overall department goals and objectivesMonitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracyResponds to inquiries from the Controller, CFO and CEO requests timelyAssist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the departmentAs part of the organization that provides accounting services to all departments to maintain a cooperative and enabling work environment to ensure total cooperation in meeting corporate goalsProtects organization's value by keeping information secured and confidentialParticipates in daily s rint meetingsPerforms duties to assist in any staff member increasing their accounting awarenessPerforms other duties and responsibilities as required

　　Requirements:

　　Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or FinanceFive years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experienceExcellent skills in organizing budgets, statements of finances, payroll and expendituresOutstanding skills in analyzing financial data and promptly generating accurate reportsExcellent computer skills in Microsoft  Office including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and aptitude for accounting software (PROCAS)Excellent organizational and record-keeping skillsHigh attention to detail and accuracyExcellent organizational and record-keeping skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to multitask several projects at any given timeAbility to learn quickly, build and maintain long term relationships and work with minimal supervisionGood problem solving abilitiesAbility to work well within a teamMust have no conflict of interest (COI) as defined in 1154(b)(1) of the Social Security Act (SSA)Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance

　　Preference will be given to individuals who reside in, or are willing to relocate to, a recognized HUBZone area.  (Go to http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/ for more information).

　　FLSA status:  Exempt

　　The Corporate Compensation Plan is applicable to this position.

　　PRI  is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants including Disability/Vets or other qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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