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Assent Advisory Group · 3 months ago

Financial Accounting Operations Specialist

Scott AFB, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Assent Advisory Group is seeking a highly skilled Financial Reporting and Accounting Operations Specialist to support day-to-day accounting activities and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The role involves conducting general ledger transactions, overseeing financial statements, and providing guidance on accounting practices.

AnalyticsFinancial ServicesProfessional Services

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conducting general ledger transactions, trial balances, and overseeing G-Invoicing, Fund Balance with Transfer (FBwT), and Property, Plant & Equipment (PP&E)

Identifying non-conformance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), recommending Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), and drafting implementation instructions

Providing guidance on proper accounting treatment and ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP for various transactions

Supporting key areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, cash management, expenses, and financial reporting

Coordinating with stakeholders to develop quarterly draft Agency Financial Reports (AFRs) and recommending changes to improve compliance with OMB Circular A-136

Assisting in developing feeder system reconciliations on the ADVANA platform and recommending corrective actions to resolve variances

Providing data cleanup support by identifying transactions requiring corrections and preparing supporting documentation

Assisting in improving the financial reporting process by gathering reports, performing analysis, conducting reconciliations, and developing/updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and business process narratives

Supporting the administration of the Defense Travel System (DTS) programs

Facilitating the TWCF Governance Board meetings, including developing agendas, briefing materials, and documenting meeting minutes

Qualification

Financial ReportingAccounting OperationsGAAP ComplianceAccounting SoftwareData AnalysisFinancial SystemsProcess ImprovementSOP DevelopmentReconciliationStakeholder CoordinationCorrective Action PlansFinancial AnalysisDTS AdministrationVariance ResolutionAgency Financial ReportsMeeting FacilitationData CleanupTrend IdentificationFinancial Reporting RequirementsMaster's DegreeCISA CertificationCPA CertificationCDFM CertificationCGFM CertificationCIA CertificationDocumentationCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Required

3-4 years experience in financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls

Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting requirements

Experience in analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and making recommendations for process improvements

Strong understanding of accounting software and financial systems, preferably experience with DEAMS (Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen