Director of Accounting - TIS

Director of Accounting - TIS

Title: Director of Accounting - TIS
Location: United States-South Atlantic-Virginia
Other Locations:
CHENEGA CORPORATION
TECHNICAL & INSTALLATION SERVICES
STRATEGIC BUSINESS UNIT

Company Job Title: Director, Accounting - TIS
Chenega Job Title: Controller
Clearance: Not required
Location: Alexandria, VA
Reports To: VP of Financial Planning & Analysis
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Prepared Date: 12/06/2011
Job Code A4R2093Director, Accounting - TIS Alexandria VA

Summary:
The Director of Accounting will assist with all aspects of accounting related activities for the strategic business unit to ensure the accurate and timely publication of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial management reports, design and effectiveness of internal controls, ensure accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles. Director of Accounting will apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to analyze the financial information and ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

· Review corporate month end closing process to include journal entries, revenue recognition, indirect rate calculations, and consolidated financial statement preparation, allocation bases

· Assists the VP of Financial Planning & Analysis in activities of tax, compliance, financial reporting, general accounting (incl general ledger), balance sheet, cash flow projections, budget preparation

· Create, maintain, and update financial databases and spreadsheets and generate various month end and annual financial reports as required

· Prepare and analyze the SBU and subsidiaries' general ledger account reconciliations

· Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget

· Update unbilled receivables schedules and provide weekly analyses

· Review fixed assets and depreciation schedules

· Maintains the SBU's CASB Disclosure Statement and ensures compliance with Government regulations (CAS, FAR)

· Support external and Government audits, as needed

· Provides analysis of subsidiary financial results to determine cause of variances and probable results of proposed operational decisions

· Knowledge and experience preparing corporate cash flow forecasting

· Maintain appropriate accounting records and documentation

· Identify problems and work to resolve them and put controls in place to prevent future problems

· Conduct audits and analysis of indirect costs, and review practices and procedures, ensuring charges are approved, allowable, and processed in a timely manner

· Adhere to and support all accounting and finance control procedures (in sync w/Corp QMS)

· Assist VP of Financial Planning & Analysis on special projects as required

· Assists in evaluation of financial system upgrades/enhancements

· Monitor and reports B&P Expenses on a monthly basis

· Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs


Supervision:
This position may have supervisory responsibilities of one or more employees on the accounting staff.

Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:
* A BS/BA Degree or equivalent in Finance/Accounting or related field.
* 15 years of experience with a background working within both government contract accounting and corporate systems.
* Must have working knowledge of accounting systems/programs; Cost Point a plus. Ideal candidate will have computer skills such as Deltek Costpoint, Deltek Time and Expense, IBM Cognos, Impromptu, ReportNet, ADP Payforce, Quickbooks and manufacturing system, e.g., MRP or TCM
* Must have experience in GL, AP and AR with hands on experience in GL accounting

Computer Skills:
Must have advanced working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
CPA preferred

Clearance:
None required.

Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving
Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Written Communication
Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar errors; vary writing styles to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; read and interpret written information.

Diversity
Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promote a harassment-free environment; build a diverse workforce.

Ethics
Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspire the trust of others; work with integrity and ethically; uphold organizational values.

Strategic Thinking
Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals; understand organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyze market and competition; identify external threats and opportunities; adapt strategy to changing conditions.

Planning/Organizing
Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.

Professionalism
Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.

Innovation
Display original thinking and creativity; meet challenges with resourcefulness; generate suggestions for improving work; develop innovative approaches and ideas; present ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environmen
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



Chenega Corporation is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. Native preference under PL 93-638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:
* A BS/BA Degree or equivalent in Finance/Accounting or related field.
* 15 years of experience with a background working within both government contract accounting and corporate systems.
* Must have working knowledge of accounting systems/programs; Cost Point a plus. Ideal candidate will have computer skills such as Deltek Costpoint, Deltek Time and Expense, IBM Cognos, Impromptu, ReportNet, ADP Payforce, Quickbooks and manufacturing system, e.g., MRP or TCM
* Must have experience in GL, AP and AR with hands on experience in GL accounting

Computer Skills:
Must have advanced working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
CPA preferred

Clearance:
None required.