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HKA · 1 day ago

Financial Accounting Lead

positionDC-Baltimore Area
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$85K/yr - $115K/yr
date4+ years exp

HKA is a global leader in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, and expert witness services, seeking a Financial Accounting Lead. The role involves managing the General Ledger, overseeing Payroll and Accounts Payable functions, and ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Manage monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes
Ensure accurate journal entries and reconciliations
Support audits and maintain the chart of accounts
Supervise payroll operations and compliance
Coordinate with HR for accurate employee data
Oversee payroll tax filings and reporting
Lead AP team in invoice and payment processing
Review and approve payment batches
Maintain vendor relationships and oversee cash flow
Mentor and develop accounting staff
Partner with cross‑functional teams to resolve issues
Implement process improvements and present reporting

Qualification

General Ledger oversightGAAP knowledgePayroll managementAccounts Payable managementERP platformsProcess improvementLeadershipCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
4+ years of progressive accounting experience
2+ years managing people and processes, ideally with oversight of payroll and accounts payable
Expertise in general ledger oversight and complex reconciliations
Proven ability to prepare working papers and lead an efficient month‑end close
Advanced GAAP knowledge and internal control frameworks
Experience collaborating with auditors
Experience leading payroll and AP teams with accuracy and compliance
Skilled in payroll systems and ERP platforms

Preferred

Vantagepoint experience is a plus

Benefits

Inclusive, collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and development

Company

HKA

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HKA is a privately owned, independent provider of consulting business for the construction, manufacturing, and technology industries.
dateFounded in 2017
location
London, England, GBR
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.hka.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$8.43M
2022-04-30Acquired
2019-07-16Series Unknown· $8.43M

Leadership Team

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Renny Borhan
Chief Executive Officer
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Stuart Ells
Partner, Chief Growth & Operations Officer, FACD Lead, International
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